‘Jimmy Neutron’ Voice Actor and Comedian Dies at 50
Jeff Garcia, the voice actor behind Sheen Estevez in the beloved Nickelodeon series “Jimmy Neutron,” passed away on Wednesday at the age of 50. His son, Joseph, announced the news on Instagram, noting that Garcia had succumbed to health complications and was removed from life support at a Southern California hospital. The exact cause of his death has yet to be determined.
Jeff Garcia’s Career Highlights
Born on May 3, 1975, in Irvine, California, Garcia began his journey in entertainment as a stand-up comedian in 1991. He performed at various comedy clubs in Southern California throughout the 1990s, including the renowned Laugh Factory. In 1995, he transitioned into acting, marking the beginning of a prolific career.
- Voice of Sheen Estevez in “Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius” (2001).
- Starred in spinoffs, including “The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius” and “Planet Sheen.”
- Featured in the TV movie “Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies” (2005).
Other Notable Roles
Garcia’s voice acting extended beyond “Jimmy Neutron.” He appeared in:
- MTV’s animated series “Clone High” (2002).
- The “Maw” video game franchise as Tyler Nelson.
- Steve Oedekerk’s animated film “Barnyard” (2006) and its series “Back at the Barnyard” (2007-2011).
- 2011’s “Rio” and its sequel “Rio 2,” where he voiced Tipa and additional characters.
- Voice of Rinaldo in “Happy Feet” and “Happy Feet 2.”
Garcia also made appearances in live-action television, featuring in shows like “Caroline in the City” (1995) and “Dangerous Minds” (1996). He starred as Freddy Lopez in the sitcom “Mr. Box Office,” which aired in 2012.
Tributes and Legacy
In late October, Garcia made a guest appearance on Byron Allen’s talk show “Comics Unleashed.” He leaves behind his son Joseph and daughter Savannah. Joseph fondly remembered his father on Instagram, emphasizing his unique talent and the impact he had on audiences globally. He reflected, “He may be gone, but he will NEVER be forgotten.” The legacy of Jeff Garcia as a comedian and voice actor will continue to resonate with fans around the world.
