BRAZIL — Brazil’s entertainment industry and dubbing community are mourning the death of Ettore Zuim, a celebrated actor and voice actor whose distinctive work became familiar to generations of audiences across films, television, animation, and video games.
Zuim died on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the age of 66. His death was confirmed by the Associação Brasileira de Dubladores, which paid tribute to the veteran performer while extending condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and fans.
For more than four decades, Zuim built a respected career in Brazilian dubbing. While his name may not have been immediately recognized by every viewer, his voice became closely associated with several major characters and international performers.
Among his most notable roles was the Brazilian voice of Bruce Wayne/Batman in Christopher Nolan’s acclaimed Batman trilogy. Zuim also brought the character to life in major Batman video games, including titles from the Arkham series and Injustice: Gods Among Us.
His career also included work connected to Hollywood stars Christian Bale and Owen Wilson, further establishing him as one of the recognizable voices in Brazilian entertainment.
For Brazilian dubbing fans, Zuim’s passing represents the loss of a performer whose voice helped audiences experience some of the world’s most popular films, television productions, animated projects, and games in their native language.
His contribution to the dubbing industry spanned decades, leaving behind a body of work that will continue to be heard and remembered by audiences who grew up with his performances.
As colleagues, friends, family members, and fans remember Ettore Zuim, tributes are expected to continue honoring the career and legacy of a voice that became an important part of Brazilian popular culture.
May Ettore Zuim rest in peace, and may his remarkable voice and artistic legacy continue to be remembered by generations of fans.
