Thomas James "Tom" Kenny, an accomplished American actor and comedian, has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Born on July 13, 1962, he has been a mainstay in the world of voice acting, with a career spanning over several decades. One of his most iconic roles is that of SpongeBob SquarePants in the beloved television series of the same name, where he has been voicing the character since its inception. Additionally, he has also lent his voice to a variety of other characters, including Patchy the Pirate, Gary the Snail, and the French narrator based on Jacques Cousteau.
In addition to his work on SpongeBob SquarePants, Kenny has also voiced numerous other characters in various animated television shows and video games. These include the Narrator and Mayor in the Powerpuff Girls, Heffer in Rocko's Modern Life, Dog in CatDog, Ice King in Adventure Time, and Spryo in the Spyro the Dragon video game series.
Aside from his work in voice acting, Kenny has also had a successful career in live-action television and film. He starred in the short-lived Fox sketch show The Edge and was a cast member of the HBO sketch comedy program Mr. Show, where he worked alongside Jill Talley, whom he would later marry. He also hosted Friday Night Videos on NBC for one year in 1983 and Funday Night at the Movies on TCM in 2007.
Throughout his career, Kenny has demonstrated his versatility and range as a performer, effortlessly transitioning between different roles and mediums. His talent and dedication have earned him a loyal fan base and a reputation as one of the most respected and beloved voice actors in the industry.
