John DiMaggio

American actor (born 1968) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

John William DiMaggio (/dɪˈmæʒioʊ/ dim-AZH-ee-oh; born September 4, 1968)[1] is an American actor. His various voice roles include Bender in Futurama, Jake the Dog in Adventure Time, Marcus Fenix in the Gears of War series, Dr. Drakken in Kim Possible, Hak Foo in Jackie Chan Adventures, The Scotsman in Samurai Jack, Brother Blood in Teen Titans and Teen Titans Go!, Shnitzel in Chowder, Rico in The Penguins of Madagascar, Fu Dog in American Dragon: Jake Long, Hammerhead and Sandman in The Spectacular Spider-Man, Aquaman in Batman: The Brave and the Bold, King Zøg on Disenchantment, Jocktopus in Fish Hooks, Niblet on Pound Puppies, Angus Ron Shackelton in Middlemost Post, Wakka and Kimahri in Final Fantasy X, Rath in the Ben 10 franchise, Crosshairs, Leadfoot, Nitro Zeus, Transit and Stratosphere in the Transformers film franchise, and Gonza in the English version of Princess Mononoke.

Born
John William DiMaggio

(1968-09-04) September 4, 1968 (age 57)
North Plainfield, New Jersey, U.S.
AlmamaterRutgers University
OccupationActor
Yearsactive1994–present
Quick facts Born, Alma mater ...
John DiMaggio
DiMaggio at the 2025 GalaxyCon Oklahoma City
Born
John William DiMaggio

(1968-09-04) September 4, 1968 (age 57)
North Plainfield, New Jersey, U.S.
Alma materRutgers University
OccupationActor
Years active1994–present
Spouse
Kate Miller
​
(m. 2014)​
Close

Early life

John William DiMaggio was born and raised in North Plainfield, New Jersey on September 4, 1968, DiMaggio graduated from North Plainfield High School in 1986 where he acted in theater productions.[2][1] One of his schoolmates was political strategist Steve Schmidt.[3] He attended Rutgers University, majoring in theater, although he dropped out his junior year. DiMaggio started doing stand up comedy, where he did impressions and decided to become a voice actor after befriending Zak Orth.[4][5][6]

Career

DiMaggio is known for his roles as Bender in Futurama, Marcus Fenix in the Gears of War franchise, Dr. Drakken in Kim Possible, Jake the Dog in Adventure Time, Wakka and Kimahri in Final Fantasy X, and Niblet in Pound Puppies. He is a former comedian, appearing on stage as part of a comic duo named "Red Johnny and the Round Guy" and has several on-screen credits, such as Steve Ballmer in Pirates of Silicon Valley (the docudrama about the history of Apple Computer and Microsoft) and as Dr. Sean Underhill, a recurring character in Chicago Hope.[7]

In 2013, DiMaggio was the executive producer and narrator of I Know That Voice, a documentary on voice acting, along with producer Tommy Reid and director Lawrence Shapiro.[8]

In 2022, upon news that Futurama would be revived for a second time through Disney and Hulu, DiMaggio ran into conflict during negotiations while demanding more money to reprise the role of Bender, which he dubbed "#BenderGate".[9] Fans supported DiMaggio's hold out for better pay, while DiMaggio stated that he felt the entire cast deserved better pay and that it reflected a corporate attempt to take advantage of voice actors. The effort also received support from DiMaggio's colleagues, including veteran voice actors Tara Strong, Kari Wahlgren, and Mark Hamill, while James Adomian noted that a casting call for a sound-alike of DiMaggio had been sent out by the studio.[10] While it was initially reported that DiMaggio would not be returning to the role,[11] he later announced his decision to return. DiMaggio revealed that though he did not succeed in negotiating a pay increase, he felt the attention to the issue of proper compensation in the voice acting industry was worthwhile.[9]

Personal life

DiMaggio lives in Los Angeles and New York City.[12] He has been married to actress Kate Miller since 2014.[13][14]

Filmography

Live-action

Film

More information Year, Title ...
List of acting performances in film and television
Year Title Role Notes Source
2013I Know That VoiceHimselfDocumentary
Also narrator, writer and producer		[15]
Close

Television

More information Year, Title ...
List of acting performances in film and television
Year Title Role Notes Source
1996Law & OrderBartenderEpisode: "Charm City"
1996–1997Chicago HopeDr. Sean Underhillrecurring role; 11 episodes
1997CrackerSimonEpisode: "Talk to Me"
1999Pirates of Silicon ValleySteve BallmerTelevision film
2006My Name Is EarlOfficer RossEpisode: "BB"[16]
2008BonesJim DoddEpisode: "The Man in the Outhouse"
2012Modern FamilyBoat CaptainEpisode: "Leap Day"[17]
2013The NewsroomPolice SergeantEpisode: "The Genoa Tip"
2018Superior DonutsCraigEpisode: "The Chicago Way"
2019Historical RoastsAngelo DundeeEpisode: "Muhammad Ali"[18]
2020Better Call SaulConstruction ForemanEpisode: "Dedicado a Max"
2020; 2025Mythic QuestDan Williams4 episodes
2022Interview with the VampireAlderman Fenwick3 episodes
2023Perry MasonFrank Finnerty3 episodes
2026Best MedicineBert Large3 episodes
Close

Voice roles

Films

More information Year, Title ...
List of voice performances in feature films
Year Title Role Notes
2001Dr. Dolittle 2Wassup Fish, Mouse, Seeing Eye Dog[19]
2006BarnyardBud, Officer O'Hanlon[19]
2007Happily N'Ever AfterDwarf #1, Dwarf #2, Giant[19]
TMNTColonel Santino[19]
UnderdogAttack, Bulldog[19]
Bee MovieJanitor, Bailiff[19]
2008BoltSaul[19]
2011Transformers: Dark of the MoonLeadfoot[19]
2012Wreck-It RalphBeard Papa[19]
2014Transformers: Age of ExtinctionCrosshairs[19][20]
2016ZootopiaJerry Jumbeaux Jr.[19]
2017Transformers: The Last KnightCrosshairs, Nitro Zeus[19]
2018Teen Titans Go! To the MoviesSynth Skate Voice, Guard[19]
Ralph Breaks the InternetArthur[19]
2020Scoob!Restaurant Owner[19]
2023The Super Mario Bros. MovieUncle Arthur
Transformers: Rise of the BeastsStratosphere, Transit
2024Despicable Me 4Carl the Bus Driver[19]
TBAIsla MonstroColonel Fergusen[21][22]
Close

Direct-to-video and television films

More information Year, Title ...
List of voice performances in direct-to-video and television films
Year Title Role Notes Source
1999Princess MononokeGonzaEnglish dub[19]
2000Whispers: An Elephant's TaleTough Tusk, Fulla Bull[19]
2001Vampire Hunter D: BloodlustNolt, Machira, John Elbourne, Sheriff[19]
2003The AnimatrixCrew Man, KaiserEnglish dub[19]
Castle in the SkyAdditional VoicesEnglish dub[19]
2004Scooby-Doo and the Loch Ness MonsterColin Haggart, Volunteer #1[19]
Van Helsing: The London AssignmentCoachman[19]
2005Pom PokoRyutaro, First DrunkEnglish dub[19]
Tom and Jerry: The Fast and the FurrySpike, J.W.[19]
Thru the Moebius StripBodkus[19]
2006Asterix and the VikingsTimandahaf[19]
Casper's Scare SchoolStinkie, Frankengymteacher[19]
2007Futurama: Bender's Big ScoreBender[23]
Superman: DoomsdayToyman / Winslow Schott[19]
2008Kung Fu Panda: Secrets of the Furious FiveCrocodile #1, Gorilla Bandit[19]
Futurama: Bender's GameBender / Titanius Anglesmith, Igner / Ignus[24]
2009Wonder WomanDeimos[19][25]
Dragon HuntersFat John[19]
The Haunted World of El SuperbeastoBurt the Spurt[19]
Tinker Bell and the Lost TreasureMinister of Autumn[19]
2010Scooby-Doo! Abracadabra-DooAmos the Groundskeeper[19]
Batman: Under the Red HoodJoker[19]
Space Chimps 2: Zartog Strikes BackZartog, Human #1, Human #2[19]
2011All-Star SupermanSamson[19]
Mia and the MigooJekhide[19]
Scooby-Doo! Legend of the PhantosaurFriz, GPS, Bikers, others[19]
2012Back to the SeaBoss[19]
Tom and Jerry: Robin Hood and His Merry MouseLittle John[19]
Tinker Bell and the Secret of the WingsMinister of Autumn[19]
Dino TimeHorace, Big Guard[19]
2013Scooby-Doo! Mask of the Blue FalconMr. Hyde[19]
Tom and Jerry's Giant AdventureMeathead[19]
2014Stan Lee's Mighty 7Chopper Pilot[19]
Batman: Assault on ArkhamKing Shark[19]
2015Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro LeagueDeathstroke, Lex Luthor[19]
Batman Unlimited: Animal InstinctsKiller Croc[19]
Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League: Attack of the Legion of DoomLex Luthor, Joker[19]
2016Batman: Bad BloodTusk[19]
Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League: Gotham City BreakoutDeathstroke[19]
Batman: The Killing JokeCarlos Francesco[19]
DC Super Hero Girls: Hero of the YearVice-Principal Gorilla Grodd[19]
Batman Unlimited: Mechs vs. MutantsKiller Croc, General Sam Lane[19]
2017Batman and Harley QuinnSarge Steel[19]
2018Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the BoldAquaman, Mr. Freeze, Crimson Cloak[19]
Batman: Gotham by GaslightHarvey Bullock, Big Bill Dust[19][26]
Lego DC Super Hero Girls: Super-Villain HighGorilla Grodd, Wildcat[19]
2019Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesMr. Freeze[19]
2020Justice League Dark: Apokolips WarKing Shark, Trigon[19]
Batman: Death in the FamilyJoker, Thomas Wayne, Reporter #2[19]
Ben 10 Versus the Universe: The Movie Four Arms, Phil Billings
2021Batman: The Long HalloweenJervis Tetch / Mad Hatter[27]
2022Drifting HomeYasuji KumagayaEnglish dub[28]
2023Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham Commissioner Gordon[19]
Justice League: WarworldLobo[29]
2024Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three[30]
No Time to Spy: A Loud House MovieBud Grouse, Flop, Henchman Mo[19]
2025A Loud House Christmas Movie: Naughty or NiceFlip, Bud Grouse, Patchy Drizzle[31]
Close

Television

More information Year, Title ...
List of voice performances in animation
Year Title Role Notes Source
1994–96The HeadVarious charactersFirst voice acting role[19]
1997, 2004Johnny Bravo2 episodes[19]
1999RugratsFirst MateEpisode: "Submarine/Chuckie's a Lefty"[19]
Todd McFarlane's SpawnVarious characters[19]
1999–presentFuturamaBender, Yancy Fry Sr., Igner, Joey Mousepad, Robot Santa (2nd time), Barbados Slim (season 4-7), Elzar, Officer URL (season 1-7), Sal, Flexo, Mr. Panucchi, Randy Munchnik, various charactersMain role[32][33][34]
2000Rocket PowerMongo
2000–01Zombie CollegeZeke
2001–02Lloyd in SpaceHerb, Lou 20002 episodes
2001–05Jackie Chan AdventuresHak Foo, Doctor, additional voices
2001–17Samurai JackThe Scotsman, others[19]
2002–07Kim PossibleDr. Drakken, Motor Ed[35]
2002–05Codename: Kids Next DoorBig Brother, Emperor Dave[35]
2003Star Wars: Clone WarsGeneral Grievous, Sha'a Gi[19]
2003–05Teen TitansBrother Blood, Spike[19]
Duck DodgersCrusher, others[19]
2004Dave the BarbarianGagnar[19]
Static ShockTarmackEpisode: "Where the Rubber Meets the Road"[19]
The Powerpuff GirlsVarious characters2 episodes[19]
2004–05The BatmanRhino, Mugsy[19]
2005, 2014The SimpsonsBender2 episodes[19]
The BoondocksRich Partygoers, Steve Wilkos2 episodes[19]
2005CatscratchVarious characters[19]
Justice League UnlimitedDreamslayerEpisode: "Shadow of the Hawk"[19]
Ben 10Baron Highway, Vulkanus[19]
Lilo & Stitch: The SeriesFu Dog, Dr. Drakken2 episodes
2005–07American Dragon: Jake LongFu Dog[36][37]
2006Korgoth of BarbariaStink, Skrotus, others[19]
2006–08Avatar: The Last AirbenderActor Toph, Actor Iroh, Additional voices[19]
2006–20American Dad!Various characters15 episodes[19]
2007Afro SamuraiBrother 2, IvanovEnglish dub[19]
SpongeBob SquarePantsBlackjackEpisode: "Blackjack" 
El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny RiveraEl Oso, others[19]
All Grown Up!Hungarian ManEpisode: "O Bro, Where Art Thou?"[19]
2007–09Tak and the Power of JujuKeeko, Husband Stone Head, Repulsive Juju, Monkey, various characters[19][38]
2007–10ChowderShnitzel, others[19]
2008–11Back at the BarnyardHilly Burford, Fred O'Hanlon, Bud, Various characters[19]
Batman: The Brave and the BoldAquaman, Gorilla Grodd, Faceless Hunter, Black Adam, Black Mask, Toyman, Vigilante, Hellgrammite, Mr. Freeze, Captain Boomerang, Typhon, Enemy Ace, Ubu, Legionnaire[19]
2008–10Ben 10: Alien ForceRath, Vulkanus, Octagon Vreedle, Judge Domstol, Ragnarok, Doug, Computer Voice[19]
2008–09The Spectacular Spider-ManHammerhead, Sandman[19]
2008, 2015Phineas and FerbPinhead Pierre, Conk2 episodes[19]
2008–15The Penguins of MadagascarRico, Bada, Burt, others[19]
2009–12Fanboy & Chum ChumYum Yum the Gum[19]
2010–18Adventure TimeJake the Dog, othersMain cast[19][39]
2010–14Fish HooksJocktopus[40]
2010–13Generator RexBobo Haha, others[19]
Planet SheenGuard #2[19]
Pound PuppiesNiblet, others[19]
2010–12Ben 10: Ultimate AlienAggregor, Dagon, Vulkanus, Rath, Zombozo, various characters[19]
2010–11Sym-Bionic TitanThe King, General Julius Steel, Muculox, Adnon
2010Transformers: PrimeVogel[19]
The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest HeroesEitriEpisode: "The Fall of Asgard"[19]
2011–13The Problem SolverzNarrator, Teacher, The Mewmeoh, Jerry, Gary, Tux Dog, Badcat[19]
2011–16Kung Fu Panda: Legends of AwesomenessFung, Wall Eye, Bing, others[19]
2012Green Lantern: The Animated SeriesKothack[19]
Ultimate Spider-ManWrecker, Grizzly, others[19]
The High Fructose Adventures of Annoying OrangeBig Rock Candy Monster, others[19]
KaijudoMaster Nigel Brightmore, Heller, Toji, Vorg, Lord Skycrusher, others[19]
Ben 10: OmniverseVarious characters[19]
Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesPizzaface, Zeno, others[19]
2012–16Gravity FallsManly Dan, Harry Claymore, Love God[19]
2012–15Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade NinjaHannibal McFist, others[19]
2012–13BrickleberryVarious characters[19]
2013, 2015Aqua Teen Hunger ForceMaster Shake's Muscles, Dr. Zord2 episodes[19]
2013Out ThereWayne[19]
The Animated Tales of GWARBeefcake the Mighty[19]
Avengers AssembleWrecker, Galactus[19]
Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.Galactus, Firelord, Null, Obnoxio the Clown[19]
Turbo FastVarious characters[19]
2013–presentTeen Titans Go!Brother Blood, Shazam (Billy Batson), Shazam (wizard)[19]
2013–16Sanjay and CraigPenny Pepper, Noodman's Father, Noodman's Grandfather, others[19]
2014BreadwinnersLava Moles[19]
TripTankVarious characters[19]
Lego DC Comics: Batman Be-LeagueredLex Luthor, Joker[19]
All Hail King JulienJumping RatsEpisode: "One More Cup"[19]
2014–18ClarenceMel Sumouski
2015–18The Adventures of Puss in BootsMole King, others[19]
2015Transformers: Robots in DisguiseGroundpounder, Farnum[19]
Pig Goat Banana CricketVarious characters[19]
Guardians of the GalaxyLunatik[19]
Be Cool, Scooby-Doo!Various characters[19]
The Mr. Peabody & Sherman ShowGeorge StephensonEpisode: "George Stephenson"[19]
Golan the InsatiableMayor of Oak Grove, Kruung[41]
2016–presentThe Loud HouseBud Grouse, Chunk, Flip, Patchy Drizzle, Pep, Tyler, others[19]
2016Morris and the CowWindy Joe[19]
Lego Star Wars: The Freemaker AdventuresBaash, others[19]
Uncle GrandpaJake the DogEpisode: "Pizza Eve"[42]
2016-21Ben 10Four Arms, Maurice, Zombozo, others[19]
2016–18Skylanders AcademyChef Pepper Jack, Bad Breath, Fisticuffs
2017F Is for FamilyScoop Dunbarton[19]
We Bare BearsRalph2 episodes
2017–19Rick and MortyDeath Stalker Leader, Knight, Trandor, Bully #2, Gramuflack Reporter4 episodes
2017–18Spider-ManRaymond Warren / Jackal[43][19]
2018–23DisenchantmentKing Zøg, Freckles[44]
2018–21Final SpaceTerk, Superior Stone, additional voices
2018Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesJoey the Junkyard DogEpisode: "Mascot Melee"
Voltron: Legendary DefenderTavo, Ozar
DuckTalesFisher, Clown, Strongbeard3 episodes[19]
OK K.O.! Let's Be HeroesFour Arms, Schnitzel, Jake the DogEpisode: "Cartoon Nexus"[19]
2018–20TigtoneMemory Gnome, Bridge Smither, Lord Festus, Bard Sword, Festroll
2019–22AmphibiaStumpy[19]
2019Love, Death & RobotsMikeEpisode: "Ice Age"[19]
Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?Abraham Lincoln, Jebb[19]
Star Wars ResistanceVranki the BlueEpisode: "The Voxx Vortex 5000"[19]
Cleopatra in SpaceGledEpisode: "Humility"
2020It's PonyDave
Spitting ImagePope Francis, Elon MuskSeries regular
The CasagrandesFlipEpisode: "Cursed!"
2020–21AnimaniacsThe Incredible Gnome in People's Mouths2 episodes
2021Adventure Time: Distant LandsJake the DogEpisode: "Together Again"
2021–22Middlemost PostAngus[19]
Inside JobGlenn Dolphman [45]
2022The Boys Presents: DiabolicalGroundhawk"Nubian vs. Nubian"[46][47]
2023Adventure Time: Fionna and CakeJake the Dog [19]
2024Batman: Caped CrusaderHarvey Bullock [19]
Angry Birds Mystery IslandScottish Pig
2025–presentInvincibleThe Elephant, various voices[48]
2026 Smiling Friends Uncle Bilbert Episode: "Charlie's Uncle Dies and Doesn't Come Back"
Close

Video games

More information Year, Title ...
List of voice performances in video games
Year Title Role Notes Source
1997The Space BarNi'Dopal, Click Snap Snap Rattle[49]
1999T'ai Fu: Wrath of the TigerT'ai Fu[19]
2001Final Fantasy XWakka, Kimahri RonsoEnglish dub[19]
2003Crash Nitro KartTiny Tiger[19]
Final Fantasy X–2Kimahri Ronso, WakkaEnglish dub[19]
FuturamaBender[19]
Spawn: ArmageddonRedeemer, Space Station Crew[19]
2004Samurai Jack: The Shadow of AkuThe Scotsman, The King, Announcer, The Tree Spirit[19]
X-Men LegendsJuggernaut, General William Kincaid[19]
Spider-Man 2Rhino[19]
Vampire: The Masquerade – BloodlinesSmiling Jack[50]
2005Shadow of RomeAdditional voices[19]
X-Men Legends II: Rise of ApocalypseJuggernaut[19]
2006 Final Fantasy XIIMigelo, GilgameshEnglish dub[19]
Gears of WarMarcus Fenix[19]
2007Halo 3Brute Chieftain[19]
Spider-Man: Friend or FoeRhino[19]
Crash of the TitansUka Uka[19]
The Simpsons GameBender
2008Ben 10: Alien ForceGorvan, Vulkanus[19]
Valkyria ChroniclesGen. Georg von DamonEnglish dub 
Crash: Mind over MutantUka Uka[19]
Gears of War 2Marcus Fenix, Franklin Tsoko[19]
Tak and the Guardians of GrossKeeko[19]
2009Afro SamuraiBrother 2[19]
MadWorldKreese Kreely[19]
Transformers: Revenge of the FallenSideways, Maj. Lennox[19]
Cartoon Network Universe: FusionFallScotsman, Shnitzel, Bobo Haha, Rath, Jake the Dog[51]
2010Final Fantasy XIIICocoon Inhabitants[19]
Batman: The Brave and The Bold - The VideogameAquaman, Gorilla Grodd[19]
Ben 10 Alien Force: Vilgax AttacksVilgax, Octagon Vreedle[19]
Valkyria Chronicles IIDrill Instructor[19]
Spider-Man: Shattered DimensionsHammerhead[19]
Ben 10 Ultimate Alien: Cosmic DestructionRath, Vulkanus, Zombozo, Octagon Vreedle, Will Harangue[19]
Scooby-Doo! and the Spooky SwampDustin Planks
2011Gears of War 3Marcus Fenix[19]
Ben 10: Galactic RacingVilgax, Rath, Octagon Vreedle[19]
Generator Rex: Agent of ProvidenceBobo Haha, Quarry[19]
Star Wars: The Old RepublicNico Okarr
2012Ben 10: OmniverseOctagon Vreedle, Four Arms[19]
Guild Wars 2Canach
Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why'd You Steal Our Garbage?!!Jake the Dog[19]
2013Gears of War: JudgmentMarcus Fenix[19][52]
Ben 10: Omniverse 2Watchmaker, Four Arms[19]
2014DestinyBanshee-44, City Civilian[53]
Halo 2 AnniversarySesa 'RefumeeTerminals only[54]
2015Lego DimensionsJake the Dog
2016Gears of War 4Marcus Fenix[19][55]
2017Crash Bandicoot N. Sane TrilogyUka Uka, Tiny TigerGrouped under "Voice Actors"[19]
Halo Wars 2Atriox[56]
2018HearthstoneDr. Boom[citation needed]
2019Crash Team Racing Nitro-FueledTiny Tiger, Uka Uka, Ebeneezer Von Clutch[57]
Gears 5Marcus Fenix[19]
Freedom FingerThe Comrade, Pee Pants Dude[58]
2020Final Fantasy VII RemakeHeidegger[59]
Samurai Jack: Battle Through TimeScotsman, Ezekiel Clench[19]
2021Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!Tiny Tiger, Uka Uka[19]
2022MultiVersusJake the Dog[60]
2024Final Fantasy VII RebirthHeidegger[19]
Close

Awards and nominations

More information Year, Award ...
Year Award Category Film/TV show Results
2001 Annie Awards Outstanding Individual Achievement for Voice Acting by a Male Performer in an Animated Television Production Futurama Won
2007 Interactive Achievement Awards Outstanding Achievement in Character Performance - Male Gears of War[61][62] Won
2011 Golden Raspberry Awards Worst Screen Ensemble (shared with the entire cast) Transformers: Dark of the Moon Nominated
Close

References

External links

Related Articles

Wikiwand AI