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Sam Elliott: Smokey Bear Since Birth!
22 May
Summary
- Sam Elliott voiced Smokey Bear from 2008 to 2023.
- Elliott and Smokey Bear's campaign launched on Aug. 9, 1944.
- Brian Tyree Henry now voices Smokey Bear as of 2024.
Actor Sam Elliott, 81, shared a remarkable coincidence regarding his long association with Smokey Bear. The beloved wildfire prevention campaign, for which Elliott provided the voice for many years, commenced on his exact birth date: August 9, 1944. Elliott voiced the character from 2008 to 2023, noting a shift in the character's persona, becoming more vocal in recent years.
As of 2024, Brian Tyree Henry has assumed the role of Smokey Bear. Elliott's recent work includes the series 'Landman,' where he expressed immense satisfaction in collaborating with Billy Bob Thornton, describing their professional relationship as a true treat.
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