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Janet Waldo was credited as a film actor, television actor and voice actor. Born on February 4, 1919, Janet Waldo was from Yakima, Washington, United States. Death is recorded on June 12, 2016, at the age of 97. Education on record includes University of Washington.
My Take
Janet Waldo is the kind of artist I deeply admire precisely because most people knew her without ever seeing her face. From Yakima and the University of Washington, she became one of animation's defining voices: Judy Jetson, Penelope Pitstop, Josie, and the radio heroine Corliss Archer. There's a special craft in carrying a character on voice alone, and she did it for decades, breathing distinct life into each role. Living from 1919 to 2016, she was practically a living archive of American voice acting. To me she proves that the most enduring stardom can be invisible yet unforgettable.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Janet Waldo
- Name (Japanese)
- ジャネット・ワルドー
- Reading
- じゃねっと・わるどー
- Born
- February 4, 1919 – June 12, 2016
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Goat
- Origin
- Yakima, Washington, United States
- Occupation
- film actor / television actor / voice actor / actor
2. Background
- University
- University of Washington
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janet%20Waldo
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q928362
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Janet Waldo born?
Born February 4, 1919.
When did Janet Waldo die?
Died June 12, 2016, aged 97.
Where was Janet Waldo from?
Janet Waldo was from Yakima, Washington, United States.
What did Janet Waldo do?
Janet Waldo worked as film actor, television actor, voice actor, actor.
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