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Jeff Garcia, Voice of Sheen in “Jimmy Neutron,” Passes Away at 50
Hollywood is mourning the loss of comedian and voice actor Jeff Garcia, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 50. Garcia was widely recognized for his memorable portrayal of the character Sheen in the animated sci-fi comedy film “Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius” and its subsequent Nickelodeon TV series, “The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius.”
His son, Jojo Garcia, shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram, paying a poignant tribute to his father. “My father was a unique soul.
He was unapologetically himself and I will always admire the love, compassion, and drive that he had,” Jojo wrote. He emphasized the profound impact his father had on his life, stating, “He taught me so much and gave me advice that I live by every single day.
He was a Father, Son, Uncle, Cousin, Brother, but most of all, he was my best friend.”
Jojo Garcia shared that he spoke with his father daily about his personal life and his own burgeoning stand-up comedy career, adding, “He believed in me, in a way that nobody else did.” He celebrated his father’s comedic talent and voice acting prowess, highlighting his “quick wit, brash humor, and charm.”
“He has made such an impact on people’s lives internationally, whether you grew up watching ‘Jimmy Neutron’, or shared a laugh with him at one of his shows. He was my hero… I idolized him.
He may be gone, but he will NEVER be forgotten,” Jojo’s tribute continued. He concluded by expressing comfort that his father was “in a better place now” and experiencing “no more pain,” vowing, “I’m going to make you proud pops.
Fly high, Rocket Man. LLJG.”
The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.
Debi Derryberry, the voice of Jimmy Neutron, also expressed her sorrow on Instagram. “I’m devastated to find out that my dear friend Jeff Garcia, who also played Sheen on ‘Jimmy Neutron’ has passed away,” Derryberry wrote.
“We were all together just a few months ago at a convention. He was always the funniest man in the room.
We’re gonna miss you Sheen.”
Jeff Garcia was known for his active stand-up comedy schedule, frequently updating his fans on social media. Less than two months before his passing, he announced a joint performance with his son, Jojo, in Covina, California, on October 26. He also made an appearance on the November 4 episode of CBS’s late-night comedy series “Comics Unleashed.”
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