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Kevin Conroy

Kevin Conroy was an American actor and voice actor best known for voicing Batman across animated television series, films, and video games.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Kevin Conroy was an American actor and voice actor best known for voicing Batman across animated television series, films, and video games. He became closely associated with the character through Batman: The Animated Series and later DC projects. He was born in Westbury, New York, and died in Manhattan in 2022.

Early life and training

Kevin Conroy was born in Westbury, New York, and later trained as an actor at Juilliard, according to biographical sources. This stage background preceded his long career in television, theatre, and voice work.

Batman voice roles

Conroy became widely known for voicing Batman starting with Batman: The Animated Series in the 1990s. He continued in the role across later animated series, films, and video games in the DC franchise.

Career recognition

His performance was widely praised and is often described as the defining voice of Batman for a generation of fans. He remained closely associated with the character throughout his career.

Death and legacy

Conroy died in 2022 in Manhattan after battling cancer, according to reporting and biographical listings. His work is frequently cited as one of the most influential portrayals of Batman in screen history.

Key facts

  • Conroy was best known for voicing Batman in Batman: The Animated Series and related DC animated projects.
  • His portrayal extended into animated films and video games, including the Arkham series.
  • He was born in Westbury, New York, on November 30, 1955.
  • He died in Manhattan, New York City, on November 10, 2022, at age 66.
  • Multiple sources describe his Batman performance as the definitive or signature voice for the character.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Kevin Conroy?
Kevin Conroy was an American actor and voice actor best known for voicing Batman in animated series, films, and video games.
What is Kevin Conroy most famous for?
He is most famous for his long-running voice performance as Batman, beginning with Batman: The Animated Series.
When was Kevin Conroy born?
He was born on November 30, 1955, in Westbury, New York.
When did Kevin Conroy die?
He died on November 10, 2022, in Manhattan, New York City.
What other Batman projects did he appear in?
He voiced Batman in multiple DC animated series, films, and video games, including entries in the Arkham game series.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0175834/bio/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, death date, death place, and identification of his best-known Batman voice roles.
  2. PBS NewsHour — https://www.pbs.org/newshour/arts/kevin-conroy-a-defining-voice-of-batman-dies-at-66
    Supports: Death at age 66, cause of death reported as cancer, and his prominence as Batman's voice.
  3. DC — https://www.dc.com/blog/2022/12/05/how-kevin-conroy-became-our-batman
    Supports: His association with Batman: The Animated Series, Juilliard training, and DC's view of his Batman portrayal.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/kevin_conroy
    Supports: Early career background, Batman role, and death date.