JoBe Cerny, Voice of Pillsbury Doughboy, Dies at 78
JoBe Cerny, the voice actor for the Pillsbury Doughboy, has passed away at the age of 78. He was also known for his work in films and with The Second City.
Phoenix, AZ, November 11, 2026 —
JoBe Cerny, the distinctive voice behind the beloved Pillsbury Doughboy, has died at the age of 78.
Cerny lent his vocal talents to the iconic Pillsbury character, bringing the “Hoo hoo hoo!” that accompanied the doughy mascot into households for many years. The summary provided does not specify the date of his passing or the cause of death.
Beyond his work with Pillsbury, Cerny was recognized for his contributions to film. The summary does not provide specific film titles or details of his roles.
Additionally, Cerny was associated with The Second City, a renowned improvisational comedy troupe based in Chicago. This affiliation suggests a background in live performance and comedic arts, a skill set that likely informed his memorable voice work. Further details on his involvement with The Second City were not provided in the summary.
Cerny’s career spanned various aspects of performance, leaving a notable mark through his iconic voice role and his participation in the theater community.
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