James Earl Jones (January 17, 1931 – September 9, 2024) was an American actor. A pioneer for black actors in the entertainment industry, he was acclaimed for his performances on stage and screen. His Mufasavoice was next heard in the 1998 animation TheLionKing II: Simba’s Pride and the 2015 TheLion Guard: Return of the Roar. “I initially approached my character with the utmost dignity, befitting the king of the jungle. The world has lost a true icon with the passing of James Earl Jones at age 93. Known for his unforgettable voice and powerful performances, Jones’ death on August 9, 2024, has left fans and the entertainment industry mourning. The VoicesBehindthe Roar: Unveiling the Voice Actor. Okay, so who took on the monumental task of voicingMufasa in the 2019 LionKing? It was none other than James Earl Jones himself! That’s right, the original voice of Mufasa reprised his role. "Mamoru Miyano (visual voices guide) - BehindTheVoice Actors". James Earl Jones, the actor whose beautifully sonorous tones gave voice to Star Wars’ principal villain Darth Vader, has died aged 93. Jones died at his home in Dutchess county, New York, according to an announcement from his representatives on Monday. No cause of death was provided. LionKing live-action poster.Mufasa has the legacy of being one of the most recognizable and treasured cartoon character voices of all time and certainly brings in nostalgia from the ‘90s.