Toon'd In! with Jim Cummings27 Jul 2025

Susanne Blakeslee (Fairly OddParents, Kingdom Hearts)

This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the sensational, sharp-witted, and incredibly talented Susanne Blakeslee—the powerhouse voice behind iconic characters like Wanda in The Fairly OddParents, Maleficent in Kingdom Hearts, Lady Tremaine in Cinderella III: A Twist in Time, and countless others across animation and gaming!

From fairy godmothers to formidable villains, Susanne shares her journey through decades of voice acting, what it takes to bring animated icons to life, and how she found her unique voice in a crowded industry. With warmth, insight, and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories, she and Jim dive into the artistry, adaptability, and sheer fun of the craft.

💫 Ever wondered how one voice can shape so many unforgettable characters? Tune in and get Toon’d In!

🎟️ Meet Jim and Susanne in person! Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:

Nostalgia Con (Houston, TX) – August 22-24
SacAnime (Sacramento, CA) – August 29–31
Amazing Art Expo (Las Vegas, NV) – September 12–14
Nostalgia Con (Milwaukee, WI) – September 26–28
Smoky Mountain Anime Fest (Gatlinburg, TN) – October 17–19
Armageddon Expo (New Zealand) - October 24-27
Supanova Comic Con Adelaide (Australia) - October 31 - November 2
Supanova Comic Con Brisbane (Australia) - November 7-9
Nostalgia Con (New Orleans, LA) – November 21–23
Nostalgia Con (Salt Lake City, UT) – March 13–14, 2026

See Susanne at these upcoming conventions:

Toon Con (Los Angeles, CA) - September 7
Animate! Philadelphia (Oaks, Pensylvania) - October 3-5

Stay Toon'd for more appearances—because these legends are just getting started!

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