Toon'd In! with Jim Cummings21 Sep 2025

Donnie Dunagan (Bambi, Son of Frankenstein)

This week on Toon’d In!, Jim Cummings welcomes the legendary and endlessly fascinating Donnie Dunagan! Best known as the original voice of young Bambi in Disney’s 1942 classic Bambi, Donnie’s story is anything but ordinary—from child star in Golden Age Hollywood to decorated Marine Corps major with a career full of surprises.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Donnie reflects on what it was like being a young actor working with Walt Disney himself, how he became the voice behind one of the most tender and iconic characters in animation history, and why he kept that part of his life a secret for decades—even from fellow Marines!

Jim and Donnie dive deep into the power of animation to transcend generations, the lasting impact of Bambi's emotional storytelling, and the unexpected intersections between art and service. With warmth, wisdom, and a few jaw-dropping anecdotes, Donnie proves that sometimes, the most incredible lives unfold far beyond the frame.

🌿 Ever wondered what it’s like to go from voicing a baby deer to leading troops in combat? Tune in and get Toon’d In!

🎟️ Meet Jim and Donnie in person!

Catch Jim Cummings at these upcoming conventions:

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

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

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