Who Voices Shrek's Donkey? The Voice Actors Revealed! [Pictures]

Ever wondered who breathed life into one of the most iconic animated sidekicks of all time? Eddie Murphy's portrayal of Donkey in the Shrek franchise isn't just memorable; it's legendary, forever etching his name in the annals of animation history.

The "Shrek" saga, beginning with its first installment in 2001, achieved more than just box office success. It sparked a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences worldwide with its clever humor, heartwarming characters, and take on classic fairy tales. The film, which snagged the first-ever Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2002, hinges on the unlikely friendship between Shrek, a grumpy but good-hearted ogre, and Donkey, his relentlessly optimistic and talkative companion. While Mike Myers delivered a stellar performance as Shrek, it was arguably Eddie Murphy's voice work as Donkey that truly stole the show, injecting the film with an unparalleled level of comedic energy and heart. It's also worth mentioning that "Shrek" was loosely based on William Steig's 1990 fairy tale picture book of the same name.

Eddie Murphy: Biographical and Career Overview
Full Name Edward Regan Murphy
Date of Birth April 3, 1961
Place of Birth Brooklyn, New York, USA
Nationality American
Occupation Actor, Comedian, Writer, Producer, Singer
Career Highlights
Breakthrough Saturday Night Live (1980-1984)
Notable Film Roles
  • "48 Hrs." (1982)
  • "Trading Places" (1983)
  • "Beverly Hills Cop" series (1984-2013)
  • "Coming to America" (1988) & "Coming 2 America" (2021)
  • "The Nutty Professor" (1996)
  • "Dr. Dolittle" (1998)
  • "Shrek" series (2001-2010) - Voice of Donkey
  • "Dreamgirls" (2006)
  • "Dolemite Is My Name" (2019)
Awards & Recognition
  • Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor "Dreamgirls"
  • Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series "Saturday Night Live"
  • Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture "Dreamgirls"
  • Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
Voice Acting Roles
  • Donkey in the "Shrek" franchise
  • Mushu in "Mulan" (uncredited)
Personal Information
Marital Status Married to Paige Butcher (as of 2018)
Children 10
Associated Acts Stand-up comedy, film production, music
Website Official Website
Fan Casting Mekai Curtis as Voice of Donkey in Shrek (Live Action) on

Fan Casting Mekai Curtis as Voice of Donkey in Shrek (Live Action) on

Donkey, disappointment, directions Kewanee Voice

Donkey, disappointment, directions Kewanee Voice

Donkey nature voice ytshorts YouTube

Donkey nature voice ytshorts YouTube

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