Isiah Whitlock Jr.

Born September 13, 1954, in South Bend, Indiana, Isiah Whitlock Jr. was a distinguished voice actor who brought gravitas to animation and video games. He voiced River Scott in Pixar's Cars 3, Commander Burnside in Lightyear, and posthumously stars as Bird King in Hoppers (March 2026),a groundbreaking role in Pixar's exploration of consciousness and connection. Best known for his live-action work on HBO's The Wire, Whitlock's rich baritone and authentic delivery made every character unforgettable.

Explore 1 official voice acting credits spanning anime, animation, and video game productions.