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Larry Kenney
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Larry Kenney (born August 5, 1947) is an American voice actor and radio personality.[2] He is best known for voicing Lion-O in ThunderCats and being the second voice of Count Chocula after Bob McFadden and the original voice of Sonny the Cuckoo Bird.
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Early life
[edit]Larry Kenney was born August 5, 1947 in Pekin which is south of Peoria, Illinois,[2] the son of George and Joyce Kenney.[3] He has a brother, Steven, and a sister, Jody.[3] He graduated from Pekin Community High School in Pekin.[4] He attended Western Illinois University in Macomb, northwest of Springfield, Illinois but did not graduate.[5]
Career
[edit]In 1963, Kenney began his radio career at the age of 15 as a disc jockey at WIRL in Peoria.[2][6] After WIRL, he worked at WOWO in Fort Wayne, Indiana;[2] WKYC (AM, now WTAM), Cleveland, Ohio (1970–1973); WHN, New York City;[6] WYNY, New York City; WJJD (now WYLL), Chicago; and WKHK (now WLTW), New York City[2] until 1972.[6]
Kenney was part of the regular cast on the Imus in the Morning[6] radio show from 1973 to 2007, where he recorded impersonations of dozens of characters including President Richard M. Nixon, General George Patton,[7] Andy Rooney,[8] and Ross Perot.[7]
In 1973, Kenney joined 1050 WHN (now WEPN), a country music station in New York City.[5][9] He originally announced for the afternoon drive-time show, before taking over the prestigious morning drive-time in 1974.[10] His program was a hit, not only for the music, but also for his comical characters who "joined" him while he performed as a dj. Billboard named him Best Country Disc Jockey "at a station in a metropolitan area of one million or more" in 1976[11] and Best Country Music Personality in 1978.[12] He stayed at WHN until the fall of 1979, when he moved to WYNY to host the morning slot for a year[13] before moving to WKHK's (now WLTW) morning show.[14] He was the host of the New York edition of the television show Bowling for Dollars on WOR-TV (now WWOR-TV) from 1976 to 1979.[15][16]
Kenney is also known for his voice work as Lion-O on the 1980s Rankin/Bass cartoon ThunderCats, and Karate Kat, a martial arts blackbelt cat featured as part of The Comic Strip. He was the voice of Bluegrass in SilverHawks and Dolph in TigerSharks.[1] He did voice work for several breakfast cereal characters such as Count Chocula and Sonny the Cuckoo Bird.[2][6] Kenney reprised the role of Lion-O in Family Guy, and voiced the character's father Claudus in ThunderCats (2011) and his mentor Jaga in ThunderCats Roar.[17]
Kenney provided voice-overs for The State, the 1990s sketch comedy cult classic which featured his daughter, Kerri Kenney.[18] He was also the announcer for VH1's Best Week Ever during its run from 2004 to 2009;[19] he provides introductions for Westwood One's radio coverage of Monday Night Football[citation needed] and various other commercial work including for Skittles and Campbell's soup.[20] He was the announcer for The Beat 102.7 in the video game Grand Theft Auto IV and K.T.I. Radio in the L.A. Noire. He did the voice for JB Cripps in Red Dead Online, the online component of Red Dead Redemption 2.[21]
In 2008, he was hired to do an impersonation of Mark Twain for a gala held by the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut.[22]
Personal life
[edit]He and his wife Carol Ann Jacobs Kenney[1] have three children, daughters Kerri and Ashley, and son Tanner.[2] Kerri, the eldest, is an actress, best known for her work on the series Reno 911! and The State. Ashley works in the nonprofit sector and is the bassist and singer for the band Witch Hair from New Haven, Connecticut.[23] Tanner was the voice of Agenda Caller in the video game Grand Theft Auto IV.[24] Larry and Carol Kenney live in New Canaan, Connecticut.[25][4]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | A Star for Jeremy | Voice, television film | |
| 1985 | The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus | Wind Demon Commander | Voice, television film |
| 1986 | Light Moments in Sports 1986 | Narrator | Voice, television film |
| 1987 | Thundercats Ho! the Movie | Lion-O, Jackalman | Voice, direct-to-video |
| 1992 | Aisle Six | Announcer | Voice, short film |
| 1993 | The Waiters | Voice, short film | |
| 1993 | The Twelve Days of Christmas | Sir Carolboomer | Voice, television film |
| 2005 | Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story | Lion-O | Voice, direct-to-video |
| 2011 | Butterfly Blues | Claudus | Voice, television short |
| 2015 | The macabre madness of Mortulia Morose | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2015 | Vault of Macabre II | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2015 | Vault of the Macabre Presents Scary Little Christmas | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2016 | Vault of the Macabre Presents All Hallow's Eve | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2016 | Vault of the Macabre Presents: the Fright Before Christmas | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2017 | Vault of the Macabre: the House Upon the Hill | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2017 | Vault of the Macabre: Christmas Cheer | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2018 | Vault of the Macabre Presents the Witching Hour | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2018 | Vault of the Macabre Presents the Christmas Witch | Host | Voice, short film |
| 2020 | Unit Eleven | Narrator | |
| 2020 | The Bloody Man | Radio DJ | Voice |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985–1989 | ThunderCats | Lion-O, Jackalman, Snarf Eggbert, Torr, Safari Joe, Wizz-Ra, Pilot | Voice, main role |
| 1986 | SilverHawks | Lt. Colonel Bluegrass, Pokerface, Buzzsaw, Moonstryker, Time Stopper, General Rawlings, Professor Power, Space Bandit, Lord Cash, Warden Lockup | Voice, 65 episodes |
| 1987 | TigerSharks | Dolph | Voice |
| 1987 | The Comic Strip | Dolph, Karate Kat, Boom-Boom Burmese | Voice, 2 episodes |
| 2011–2012 | ThunderCats | Claudus | Voice, 4 episodes[26] |
| 2019–present | Teen Titans Go! | Chief, Original Lion-O | Recurring voice role[26] |
| 2020 | ThunderCats Roar | Jaga | Voice, 4 episodes[26] |
| 2024 | Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Ludlow | Voice, 8 episodes, English dub[26] |
Video games
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Grand Theft Auto IV | The Beat 102.7 Announcer | |
| 2010 | Mafia II | Frank Vinci | [26] |
| 2011 | L.A. Noire | K.T.I. Radio Announcer | |
| 2012 | Alan Wake's American Nightmare | Eddie Rodman | [26] |
| 2018 | Red Dead Redemption 2 | JB Cripps | Red Dead Online only[26] |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Larry Kenney at IMDb. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Larry Kenney". NBC News. Microsoft. October 23, 1997. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
- ^ a b "Joyce Ann Kenney". Legacy. 2020. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ a b Tarter, Steve (February 20, 2019). "Cosplay, comics, games, toys all featured at PeoriaCon on March 2". Journal Star. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ a b Adams, Val (October 13, 1974). "Radio Roundup". Daily News. New York, New York. p. 133. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ a b c d e Fritz, Steve (May 29, 2008). "Lion-O - Behind The Fur with Larry Kenney". Newsarama.com. New York City: Imaginova Corp. Archived from the original on June 4, 2011. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
- ^ a b "Imus". St. Louis Post-Dispatch. St. Louis, Missouri. March 31, 1996. p. 50. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Fillo, Maryellen (November 5, 2008). "Spilling the beans/A coffee break with Larry Kenney". Hartford Courant. Hartford, Connecticut. p. C02. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Blackwell, Bruce (September 2, 1979). "A funny thing happened on the way to the toothbrush". The Journal News. White Plains, New York. p. 122. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Adams, Val (June 30, 1979). "Columbia roars for Miles Davis". Daily News. New York, New York. p. 106. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Disc jockey wins honor". The Times Recorder. Zanesville, Ohio. December 7, 1976. p. 7. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Billboard makes radio awards". The Journal Herald. Dayton, Ohio. August 18, 1978. p. 60. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Eaton, Anne (April 27, 1980). "Powers, Kenny are victims of ratings". The Herald Statesman. Yonkers, New York. p. 168. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Kerins, Annabelle (October 25, 1980). "WRVR changes its name". Newsday. New York, New York. p. 56. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ Botta, Mike (February 8, 1980). "WYNY scores some points with Jersey". The Herald News. Passaic, New Jersey. p. 43. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Larry Kenney". NBC. October 23, 1997. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ "Meet Larry Kenney at Retro Con 2018! **SATURDAY ONLY!**". RetroCons. April 3, 2018. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ Harris, Jeffrey (September 30, 2011). "PowerCon/ThunderCon 2011: Interview with Original Lion-O Voice Actor Larry Kenney". Anime Superhero. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ "INTERVIEW WITH LARRY KENNEY: PART ONE: THUNDERCATS HAS HIS TONGUE". Cosmic Book News. August 21, 2009. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ Tarter, Steve (n.d.). "Voice of Cocoa Puffs bird will be heard on WIRL this weekend". Journal Star. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ "JB CRIPPS". Behind the Voice Actors. n.d. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ Fillo, Maryellen (November 11, 2008). "Hallowed Ground". Hartford Courant. Hartford, Connecticut. p. C02. Retrieved July 26, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Loom creates "Echoes" on new single".
- ^ Tanner Kenney at IMDb. Retrieved October 22, 2009.
- ^ Fischetti, Alex (November 5, 2015). "Larry Kenney is cuckoo for cocoa puffs & HamletHub finds out why". Ridgefield's HamletHub. Retrieved July 26, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Larry Kenney (visual voices guide)". Behind The Voice Actors (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). Retrieved January 11, 2019.
External links
[edit]- Larry Kenney on Facebook
- Larry Kenney at IMDb
Interviews
[edit]- Larry Kenney e-mail interview (2000) on Thundercatslair.com
- Larry Kenney interview (2002) on Matt Blank website
- Larry Kenney audio interview with Nick Mills (2008) on Thundercatslair.com
- Larry Kenney interview (c. 2008) with Rob Shan Lone on insomniacmania.com — transcript
- "ThunderCat Has His Tongue" (2009) with Don E. Smith Jr. on Cosmic Booknews
Larry Kenney
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Biography
Early life
Larry Kenney was born on August 5, 1947, in Pekin, Illinois, to George Edward Kenney and Joyce Ann (née White) Kenney.[1][3] He grew up in Pekin alongside his siblings, brother Steven E. Kenney and sister Jody K. Kenney.[3] Kenney spent his formative years in Pekin, where his family resided in the South Pekin area. His early interests in entertainment and performance were nurtured through participation in school activities; as a student at Pekin Community High School, he joined the speech team and drama club, honing his vocal talents and developing a passion for public speaking and acting.[4] In 2024, he was honored as a Distinguished Alumnus by Pekin Community High School.[4] He graduated from Pekin Community High School in 1965.[4] Following high school, Kenney attended both Bradley University and Western Illinois University but did not complete a degree at either institution.[4] These experiences provided initial exposure to media-related pursuits, setting the stage for his entry into radio broadcasting shortly thereafter.[4]Personal life
Kenney has been married to Carol Ann Jacobs Kenney, with whom he shares a family life centered in Connecticut.[5] They have three children: daughters Kerri and Ashley, and son Tanner.[4][1] His eldest daughter, Kerri Kenney-Silver, is an actress and comedian best known for her work in the MTV sketch comedy series The State and the Comedy Central mockumentary series Reno 911!, establishing her own successful career independent of her father's profession.[1] Kenney and his wife reside in New Canaan, Connecticut.[4]Career
Radio broadcasting
Kenney began his broadcasting career in radio at the age of 15 in 1963, serving as a disc jockey at WIRL-AM in Peoria, Illinois.[6] Following this start, he progressed through several stations across the Midwest and Northeast, including WOWO in Fort Wayne, Indiana; WKYC-AM in Cleveland, Ohio, where he worked from 1970 to 1973 as a disc jockey; and WJJD-AM in Chicago, Illinois, during the 1980s.[6][7] In 1973, Kenney moved to New York City and joined WHN-AM as the afternoon drive-time host. That year, he also became a core cast member on the nationally syndicated Imus in the Morning radio program, contributing impersonations of figures such as Richard Nixon, Elvis Presley, and Howard Cosell until the show's format change in 2007. He later transitioned to the morning drive slot at WHN in 1976, where his shows gained popularity for blending country music with comedic character bits.[6][8] In the fall of 1979, he shifted to WYNY-FM in New York for the morning drive position, continuing his focus on engaging on-air personalities before returning to other New York outlets like WKHK-FM.[6] During his New York tenure, Kenney also hosted the local television game show Bowling for Dollars on WOR-TV from 1976 to 1979, expanding his broadcasting presence beyond radio.[6] His extensive radio work, particularly the character-driven segments on Imus in the Morning, sharpened his vocal versatility, which informed his later success in voice acting.[8]Voice acting and other media
In the 1980s, Larry Kenney transitioned from his established radio career to voice acting, leveraging his experience with character voices developed during years as a disc jockey in cities like New York and Chicago. His radio background provided foundational skills in vocal modulation and performance, which he applied to scripted roles after securing representation through agents who facilitated auditions for commercials and animations. For instance, Kenney auditioned for Rankin/Bass Productions by reviewing walls lined with character illustrations, marking his entry into major animated projects.[9] A key milestone in Kenney's voice acting career came through his long-term roles as cereal mascots, beginning with Count Chocula in 1978 and Sonny the Cuckoo Bird for Cocoa Puffs shortly thereafter, roles that have endured for decades and embedded his voice in American pop culture through nostalgic advertising campaigns. These characters, produced by General Mills, showcased Kenney's versatility in delivering humorous, exaggerated tones that appealed to generations of children, contributing to the mascots' status as cultural icons in breakfast marketing. His work in these spots not only provided steady employment but also highlighted the impact of voice acting in shaping brand identities.[10] Kenney's collaborations with Rankin/Bass Productions further solidified his presence in 1980s animation, where he provided voices for multiple characters across series like ThunderCats, SilverHawks, and Tigersharks, often recording in group sessions that emphasized ensemble dynamics. Although he relied on innate talent honed from radio rather than formal voice training, Kenney's approach involved studying character designs and improvising inflections to bring depth to roles, a method refined through iterative auditions and studio feedback.[11][12] Post-2000, Kenney continued engaging in diverse media, including a guest spot reprising Lion-O on Family Guy, where he contributed to a humorous parody of his iconic role. In recent years, as of 2025, he has participated in interviews reflecting on the ThunderCats legacy during its 40th anniversary, discussing fan appreciation and contributing an introduction to Dynamite Entertainment's ThunderCats Classic Years Omnibus, underscoring his ongoing influence in animation revival efforts.[13]Notable works
ThunderCats and related projects
Larry Kenney was selected to voice Lion-O, the young leader of the ThunderCats who matures into a heroic figure wielding the Sword of Omens, in the original animated television series that ran from 1985 to 1989. Produced by Rankin/Bass Productions, the series featured Kenney delivering a commanding, youthful timbre that evolved to reflect Lion-O's growth from a boy to a mature lord, often emphasizing themes of leadership and responsibility. During auditions, prospective voice actors were presented with character artwork and instructed to perform multiple interpretations of the roles, allowing Kenney to showcase variations that aligned with Lion-O's noble yet impulsive personality. The recording sessions for the original series occurred at Howard Schwartz Recording Studios and RCA Studios in New York City, typically spanning two days per month as scripts were developed. Taping commenced in 1983, approximately 18 months prior to the show's premiere on syndication, enabling the production of 130 episodes over four seasons. Kenney also provided voices for several supporting characters, including the loyal Snarf, the villainous Jackalman, and others, demonstrating his versatility within the franchise's ensemble. He described the voice work as the "easiest, quickest part" of cartoon production, focusing on dramatic delivery to match the action-oriented narratives. For Lion-O specifically, Kenney employed a consistent vocal base but amplified it for more intense moments, such as battle cries, to convey the character's emerging authority.[2][14] Kenney reprised his role as Lion-O in the 1987 special ThunderCats Ho! The Movie, a feature-length compilation episode that introduced new elements like the Lunataks antagonists while recapping the series' lore. In the 2011 reboot series, produced by Warner Bros. Animation and Studio 4°C, he shifted to voicing King Claudus, Lion-O's wise and authoritative father, serving as a narrative bridge to the original while honoring its legacy through subtle vocal nods to his earlier performance. The role highlighted Claudus's role as a mentor figure, contrasting with Lion-O's youthful energy in the updated, more serialized storyline.[15] Kenney continued his association with the franchise in the 2020 Cartoon Network series ThunderCats Roar!, where he voiced Jaga, the elderly Thunderian noble and spiritual guide who aids the heroes from beyond. This comedic, kid-oriented iteration marked another evolution in the property, with Kenney's portrayal emphasizing Jaga's grandfatherly wisdom amid the show's humorous tone. No confirmed voicing for ThunderCats merchandise has been documented, though Kenney has appeared at conventions sharing insights into the role.[16] In interviews, Kenney has reflected on the enduring cultural impact of his Lion-O portrayal, noting that fans often credit the series with imparting positive lessons on morality and perseverance during their childhoods. He has received numerous emails from viewers expressing how the show influenced their values, underscoring its role in 1980s pop culture alongside toys and merchandise that sustained its popularity. Kenney also shared that voicing Lion-O elevated his status at home, making him a "star" to his own children and fostering lasting family connections through the character's heroism. Regarding fan interactions, he initially approached online chats with apprehension but found them enjoyable, praising the community's enthusiasm and warmth, which has kept the franchise alive through conventions and reunions.[14]Other animations and commercials
In addition to his prominent roles in major animated franchises, Larry Kenney provided voices for several characters in the 1986 Rankin/Bass animated series SilverHawks, including the ace pilot Bluegrass, the villainous Buzzsaw, the mobster Pokerface, the robotic Moonstryker, and the time-manipulating Timestopper.[2][17][18] The series, which aired as part of a syndicated programming block alongside ThunderCats, featured Kenney's versatile performances in a sci-fi narrative about metallic bird-like heroes combating interstellar crime, showcasing his ability to handle both heroic and antagonistic tones in ensemble casts. Kenney's commercial work spans decades, particularly in long-running campaigns for breakfast cereals starting in the 1970s, where he voiced iconic mascots such as Sonny the Cuckoo Bird for Cocoa Puffs and Count Chocula for the Halloween-themed cereal.[19][20] These roles involved energetic, whimsical deliveries in ads that emphasized the cereals' flavors through humorous scenarios, contributing to the mascots' enduring cultural presence in American advertising.[17] He also lent his voice to other notable commercials, including the tagline "Taste the Rainbow" for Skittles since the 1990s and announcements for Campbell's soup, demonstrating his range in product endorsements beyond animation.[7][21] In more recent years, Kenney has continued voicing in contemporary animations, appearing as the Chief—leader of the Doom Patrol and Beast Boy's adoptive father—in Teen Titans Go! from 2019 onward, as well as reprising a version of his original Lion-O in cameo roles within the series.[22][23] His performance in the English dub of Pokémon Horizons: The Series (2024) features him as Ludlow, a scholarly expedition member, in eight episodes, where he employs a distinctive, authoritative timbre suited to the character's role in the adventure-driven plot.[17][24] These later contributions highlight Kenney's ongoing adaptability, often drawing on his established vocal styles for multigenerational appeal in ensemble voice casts.[25]Credits
Television series
Larry Kenney is renowned for his voice performances in animated television series, particularly in action-adventure cartoons during the 1980s and in later revivals of those franchises.[2] In the original ThunderCats series (1985–1989), Kenney voiced the protagonist Lion-O, the noble leader of the ThunderCats who wields the Sword of Omens, across all 130 episodes. He also provided voices for supporting antagonists such as Jackalman and Safari Joe in various episodes throughout the run.[26] For SilverHawks (1986), Kenney lent his voice to Bluegrass, the team's hotshot pilot and country music enthusiast equipped with sonic weapons, appearing in all 65 episodes of the series. Kenney returned to the ThunderCats franchise in the 2011 reboot (2011–2012), voicing Claudus, the wise and authoritative king of the ThunderCats and father to Lion-O, in key episodes including the premiere and season finale (episodes 1–3, 5, and 13).[27] In Teen Titans Go! (2013–present), Kenney has voiced multiple characters since 2019, including the Chief (a recurring authority figure), Trademark Troll, Rave, and Announcer, across at least 14 episodes as of 2025 such as "The Bergerac" and "The Chaff".[22] Kenney voiced Jaga in ThunderCats Roar (2020), appearing in 4 episodes. Most recently, in Pokémon Horizons: The Series (2023–present), Kenney voices Ludlow, a stern butler and advisor to the protagonists, debuting in the series premiere "The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)" in the English dub (2024), with appearances in at least 8 episodes as of 2025, including episode 42, "Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin," and continuing in the 2025 arc "The Search for Laqua".[28][24]Films
Kenney's contributions to feature films and direct-to-video productions span animated specials, compilation movies, and live-action voice work, often leveraging his distinctive baritone for authoritative or narrative roles.[17] In 1982, he provided voices for the animated Christmas television film A Star for Jeremy, a Howes Animation production distributed by Lexington Broadcasting Services, where a boy wishes on a star to learn the true meaning of the holiday.[29] Kenney voiced the Commander of the Wind Demons in the 1985 stop-motion animated special The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus, a Rankin/Bass production adapted from L. Frank Baum's novel, depicting the origin story of Santa Claus amid magical forest creatures and immortals.[30] His most prominent film role came in 1987 with Thundercats Ho! The Movie, a direct-to-video feature compiling episodes from the ThunderCats animated series, in which he reprised his voice as the heroic leader Lion-O and the antagonist Jackalman during the ThunderCats' quest against ancient evils on Third Earth.[31] In the 2005 direct-to-video animated comedy Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story, a spin-off from the Family Guy series, Kenney made a cameo voicing Lion-O in a brief, nostalgic reference to his iconic ThunderCats character. Kenney narrated the 2020 action thriller Unit Eleven, a low-budget independent film produced by Three Wolves Ltd., following a team's high-stakes mission in a dystopian setting. In the 2020 horror film The Bloody Man, directed by Daniel Benedict, he provided the voice for the Radio DJ, contributing to the atmospheric 1980s-set narrative of a boy's encounter with a monstrous entity inspired by a comic book.[32]Video games
Larry Kenney extended his voice acting career into digital media during the late 2000s and 2010s, contributing to several prominent video games developed by major studios such as Rockstar Games and 2K Games.[17] His video game credits include the following roles:- Grand Theft Auto IV (2008): Kenney voiced the announcer for The Beat 102.7, a fictional hip-hop radio station in the open-world crime game developed by Rockstar North, enhancing the immersive urban environment of Liberty City through authentic radio broadcasts.[33]
- Mafia II (2010): He provided the voice for Frank Vinci, a key mob boss character in the narrative-driven action-adventure game by 2K Czech, as well as the DJ for in-game radio stations, adding depth to the 1940s–1950s Empire Bay setting.[34]
- L.A. Noire (2011): Kenney served as the announcer for K.T.I. Radio, a classical music station in the detective adventure game developed by Team Bondi and Rockstar Games, contributing to the atmospheric 1940s Los Angeles backdrop with period-appropriate announcements.[35]
- Alan Wake's American Nightmare (2012): In this survival horror spin-off developed by Remedy Entertainment, Kenney voiced Eddie Rodman, the host of the Night Springs radio show, which ties into the game's supernatural thriller elements and radio-based storytelling.[36]
- Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018) and Red Dead Online (2018–present): Kenney lent his voice to JB Cripps, the grizzled camp manager and trader in these Western open-world titles by Rockstar Games; the character appears exclusively in the online multiplayer mode, supporting player economies through hunting and trading mechanics in a detailed 1899 American frontier simulation.[37][38]