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Beau Weaver
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Beau Weaver (born January 19, 1952) is an American voice actor in television and film, heard widely in trailers for feature films, network television promos, documentaries, national radio and television commercials and cartoons.[1]
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Career
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Weaver was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He became a disc jockey at age 15 and is sometimes known as Beauregard Rodriquez Weaver.[2]
In the 1970s and 1980s, he was on the air at several pop music stations, including KHJ in Los Angeles, KFRC in San Francisco, KILT in Houston, KCBQ in San Diego, KNUS in Dallas, and KAKC in Tulsa. He was also one of the pioneers of satellite broadcasting as an original member of the air staff of the Transtar Radio Network.
By the 1980s, Weaver had left radio and began working as a freelance voice actor in Los Angeles. He was the announcer on the short-lived game show College Mad House, a spin-off of the kids' game show Fun House. From 1991-1995, Weaver served as announcer on Talk Soup. Weaver later became the announcer of the CBS Domestic Television series The Insider and The Doctors. He is the narrator on Animal Planet's documentary series Weird, True and Freaky, National Geographic's Known Universe, and American Loggers and Heartland Thunder on the Discovery Channel. Weaver narrated trailers for the films Into the Wild (2007) and Revolutionary Road (2008).
Weaver has done work with Disney, promoting their video releases in the late 1990s working alongside fellow Disney voice-overs Mark Elliott and Brian Cummings.
Weaver's television roles include Superman in the 1989 Ruby-Spears production of Superman, a revival of the series timed to coincide with the fiftieth anniversary of the creation of the character. He later voiced Mister Fantastic in Marvel's Fantastic Four animated series, a role he reprised in the 1996 series The Incredible Hulk. Weaver was also the announcer of the video newsmagazine Real TV from 1996–1999 and again from 2000-2001.
Filmography
[edit]Animation
[edit]- Bonkers - Jingle
- Duckman - God
- Fantastic Four - Mister Fantastic[3]
- Future-Worm - Movie Narrator (Episode "Lobster Boy Movie Trailer")
- Superman - Superman
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Additional voices
- The Flintstone Kids - Additional voices
- The Incredible Hulk - Mister Fantastic[3]
- Mighty Mouse: The New Adventures - Fractured Narrator, additional voices
- The Transformers - Octane
- Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light - Feryl
Live-action
[edit]- The Weird Al Show - Channel Hopping Announcer
- Most Daring - Narrator (Episodes 1-6)
Film
[edit]- Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland - Teacher, Cop[3]
- Rockin' with Judy Jetson - Ramm, Dee-Jay
- The Substitute - Janus Showreel Narrator
Video games
[edit]- Marvel: Ultimate Alliance - Tiger Shark[3]
- Fallout: New Vegas (Old World Blues DLC) - Dr. Borous, Book Chute[3]
References
[edit]- ^ Alburger, J. (2012). The Art of Voice Acting: The Art and Business of Performing for Voice Over. Taylor & Francis. p. 359. ISBN 978-1-136-12342-9. Retrieved August 12, 2018.
- ^ "Working With Beau Weaver: about". Beau Weaver Hollywood Voice Over Actor Narrator Announcer.
- ^ a b c d e "Beau Weaver (visual voices guide)". Behind The Voice Actors. Retrieved January 7, 2026. A green check mark indicates that a role has been confirmed using a screenshot (or collage of screenshots) of a title's list of voice actors and their respective characters found in its credits or other reliable sources of information.
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Beau Weaver
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Early life
Childhood in Tulsa
Beau Weaver was born on January 19, 1952, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.[1] He was raised in Tulsa. He is occasionally referred to by the full name "Beauregard Rodriquez Weaver".[7] From a young age, Weaver demonstrated a keen fascination with broadcasting, influenced by the popular radio culture prevalent in Tulsa during the 1950s and 1960s. At around age 14, he began actively engaging with local radio programming by calling in to share feedback on airplay and formats, which marked the onset of his hands-on involvement in the medium.[8] This early exposure culminated in him securing employment behind a microphone by age 15, marking the start of his lifelong career in audio media.[9] Weaver's official biography playfully recounts a satirical tale of his upbringing, claiming he was raised in the Texas Panhandle by a pack of wild coyotes after being rescued as an infant from a family car accident, learning English by tuning into distant radio signals on a salvaged receiver.[10] Presented as light-hearted lore, this anecdote underscores his humorous affinity for radio from childhood, though standard accounts confirm his stable rearing in Tulsa. By the late 1960s, these interests transitioned into professional radio work.[1]Entry into radio
Weaver's entry into radio began at age 15 in 1967 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he secured his first professional job as a disc jockey at KAKC. Growing up in Tulsa had sparked his early interest in media, leading him to hang around the station during the summer of 1967 when Bill Drake became a consultant; he frequently called the on-air personalities to critique their format execution. Program director Lee Bayley ultimately hired him—partly to end the persistent phone critiques—allowing Weaver to start broadcasting and bringing KHJ airchecks to demonstrate his knowledge of top-40 styles.[8][11] In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Weaver built his career as an on-air personality, moving through stations in multiple cities and adapting to the fast-paced demands of live top-40 radio. He worked at KRBE in Houston in 1969, followed by KAKC in Tulsa in 1970 and KILT in Houston in 1971, where the McLendon Broadcasting format emphasized precise timing and energetic delivery. These roles at Drake- and McLendon-affiliated stations provided key experiences in live shifts, helping him develop a vocal style that blended disciplined pacing with charismatic showmanship essential for engaging audiences.[12][11][7] By the mid-1970s, Weaver transitioned to major markets, joining KNUS in Dallas in 1972 as part of its innovative album-oriented rock/top-40 hybrid team, where he later served as program director and refined his timing through extended specials like the 48-hour "Fantasy Park" demo hosted by Rod Serling. He then moved to KFRC in San Francisco in 1973 for the morning drive shift and KHJ in Los Angeles in 1975-1976, working weekends during the station's peak ratings under program director Charlie Van Dyke. These high-profile gigs in competitive urban markets further solidified his on-air presence through relentless live broadcasting.[11][7][13][14]Voice-over career
Radio broadcasting
Beau Weaver entered the radio industry in the 1960s, beginning his on-air career at age 14 at KAKC in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he critiqued the station's format to secure his first role.[11] During the 1970s and early 1980s, Weaver established himself at prominent Top 40 stations, including morning drive at KFRC in San Francisco in 1973 and weekend shifts at KHJ in Los Angeles from 1975 to 1976.[11][14][13] These roles at high-profile outlets like KFRC and KHJ, known for their fast-paced Top 40 formats, allowed Weaver to hone his dynamic announcer style, blending disciplined pacing with engaging showmanship characteristic of the era's energetic broadcasts.[11] In the early 1980s, Weaver pioneered one of the first home recording studios for voice work, enabling remote production of radio promos and announcements from Los Angeles, a setup that foreshadowed the industry's shift toward freelance operations.[15] Around 1980, he transitioned to freelance voice acting in Los Angeles, scaling back full-time radio commitments to focus on this emerging path while maintaining occasional station appearances.[15][11]Trailers and promotions
Beau Weaver has been a key voice in the realm of movie trailers and television promotions since the 1980s, leveraging his resonant baritone to deliver authoritative announcements for major Hollywood releases. His work includes voicing numerous feature film trailers during the 1990s and 2000s, contributing to the promotional campaigns of blockbuster films across genres.[1] Additionally, Weaver narrated the Disney "Feature Presentation" bumpers used in home video releases from 1999 to 2006, introducing viewers to classic and contemporary animated and live-action features with phrases like "And now, our feature presentation."[16] This role solidified his presence in family-oriented entertainment promotions, where his warm yet commanding delivery enhanced the anticipation for Disney's offerings.[17] In television promotions, Weaver served as the primary promo voice for iconic syndicated shows, including Entertainment Tonight, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy!, providing the signature announcements that hyped episodes and specials over many years.[18] His involvement extended to E! network programming, where he announced for series like Talk Soup from 1991 to 1995, capturing the satirical essence of the show's clip compilations with energetic and witty intonation. Weaver's versatility shone in these roles, adapting his style from dramatic teases for news magazines to upbeat calls for game show excitement, making him a staple in daily network scheduling.[19] Weaver served as the announcer for CBS daytime programs The Insider (until 2017) and The Doctors (until 2022), where he delivered promos that highlighted celebrity news and medical discussions with professional poise. This commitment underscores his status as a prolific voice talent in network television, often recording from his home studio—a setup he pioneered in the early 1980s to facilitate freelance promo work amid the rise of remote recording technology.[15] His contributions have been recognized within the industry for maintaining consistency and impact across decades of promotional content.[18]Documentary narration
Beau Weaver has established himself as a prominent narrator in television documentaries, delivering authoritative and engaging voice-overs that enhance educational content on science, nature, and human endeavors.[5] His resonant baritone, honed through years in radio and promotions, lends credibility and immersion to factual storytelling across major networks.[1] One of Weaver's notable contributions is his narration for Animal Planet's Weird, True & Freaky, a series that aired in the late 2000s and explored bizarre animal behaviors and real-life phenomena through caught-on-tape footage and expert insights.[20] The show highlighted unusual biological adaptations, such as kleptomaniac creatures and extreme survival tactics, with Weaver's narration providing a dynamic rhythm to the fast-paced episodes.[21] Weaver also served as the voice for National Geographic's Known Universe series, which debuted in 2009 and delved into cosmic mysteries, from the scale of the Big Bang to the potential for extraterrestrial life.[22] Across multiple seasons, his narration guided viewers through astrophysical concepts, blending scientific explanations with awe-inspiring visuals to make complex topics accessible.[23] In the realm of human-interest documentaries, Weaver narrated Discovery Channel's American Loggers, a 2009–2011 series following the Pelletier family's timber operations in Maine amid harsh environmental and economic challenges.[24] His steady delivery underscored the perils and perseverance of the logging industry, capturing the tension between tradition and modernity in rural America.[25] Weaver's documentary work extends to other factual programming, including the 2022 short film How to Live, where he narrated explorations of longevity and human resilience.[26] Additionally, in 2020, he contributed to the Dying Your Way podcast, sharing spiritual insights on death and dying themes in a discussion that aligned with his broader interest in transformative life narratives.[27]Filmography
Animation roles
Beau Weaver's voice acting in animation began in the mid-1980s, transitioning from his promotional work to character roles in television series and films. His early contributions included additional voices in The Flintstone Kids (1986), where he provided support for the youthful ensemble cast in this Hanna-Barbera prequel series.[28] That same year, Weaver voiced the Decepticon triple-changer Octane in The Transformers, debuting in season 3 episodes such as "Thief in the Night" and "Starscream's Ghost," portraying the opportunistic and treacherous character known for his selfish schemes among the villains.[29] His performance as Octane endured in fan culture, culminating in Weaver's guest appearance at TFcon Los Angeles 2024 to celebrate the Generation 1 legacy.[30] In 1987, Weaver took on the role of Feryl, the young and idealistic Spectral Knight with the Wolf totem, in Visionaries: Knights of the Magical Light, a Hasbro-produced miniseries blending fantasy and sci-fi elements.[31] He also served as the Fractured Narrator and provided additional voices in Mighty Mouse: The New Adventures, Ralph Bakshi's innovative revival that featured meta-humor and deconstructed superhero tropes.[32] Weaver's most prominent animation role came in 1988 as the dual-voiced Superman/Clark Kent in the Ruby-Spears Superman animated series, which ran for 13 episodes and emphasized the Man of Steel's heroic exploits against classic foes like Lex Luthor.[3] This portrayal highlighted Weaver's versatile baritone, suitable for both the mild-mannered reporter and the powerful Kryptonian. In 1989, he contributed minor roles including Teacher #1 and Cop #2 in the feature film Little Nemo: Adventures in Slumberland, an adaptation of Winsor McCay's comic strip that explored dreamlike fantasy realms.[33] Throughout the 1990s, Weaver continued with supporting work, such as additional voices in Disney's Bonkers (1993), a comedic series blending live-action and animation with a toon cop premise, and Duckman: Private Dick/Family Man (1994), the adult-oriented USA Network show featuring satirical humor.[34] His standout performance in this decade was as Mr. Fantastic/Reed Richards in Fantastic Four (1994–1996), the Fox Kids series that depicted the Marvel team's cosmic adventures, where Weaver captured the scientist-leader's intellect and elasticity-themed heroism across 26 episodes.[3]Video game roles
Beau Weaver has provided voice work for several prominent video games, showcasing his range in portraying antagonists and narrative elements in action-oriented titles. His performances often emphasize dramatic, immersive dialogue that enhances the storytelling in expansive, open-world environments. In the 2006 action RPG Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, Weaver voiced multiple characters, including the villainous Scorpion (Mac Gargan), the aquatic foe Tiger Shark, and the alien warrior Starbolt, contributing to the game's ensemble cast of over 140 Marvel heroes and villains.[35][36] These roles highlighted his ability to deliver intense, combat-driven lines in a team-based adventure that blended superhero action with RPG mechanics.[3] Weaver's work in military shooters includes the role of Male News Reporter 4 in Medal of Honor (2010), where he provided on-screen news updates that added contextual depth to the game's modern warfare narrative set in Afghanistan.[37] This performance supported the title's realistic portrayal of conflict through broadcast-style narration.) One of Weaver's most notable video game contributions is in the post-apocalyptic RPG Fallout: New Vegas (2010), specifically its Old World Blues DLC released in 2011, where he voiced the eccentric pre-war scientist Dr. Borous and the sentient Book Chute. Dr. Borous, a brain-in-jar antagonist with a humorous yet sinister demeanor, features in extensive, dialogue-heavy interactions that explore themes of science and survival in the game's Mojave Wasteland setting.[38] The Book Chute, a quirky automated dispenser, adds levity to inventory management sequences. These roles exemplified Weaver's versatility in sci-fi narration, drawing from his broader experience in animated storytelling to create memorable, player-engaged encounters.[39]| Game Title | Year | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Marvel: Ultimate Alliance | 2006 | Scorpion, Tiger Shark, Starbolt |
| Medal of Honor | 2010 | Male News Reporter 4 |
| Fallout: New Vegas (Old World Blues DLC) | 2011 | Dr. Borous, Book Chute |