Eddie Deezen, yeah, that’s the name—Eddie Deezen—started off in a pretty quirky role as the wacky maintenance guy Eddie Malvin during the 1983–84 run of NBC’s “Punky Brewster.” From there, Eddie Deezen kind of naturally eased his way into the world of voice acting, which, let’s be honest, can be just as rewarding, if not more so. And honestly, when you look at his resume, it’s packed with shows that kids absolutely adore. Take, for example, his role as Ned—he voiced him across four episodes of the beloved “Kim Possible.” Then there’s his work on all those “Scooby-Doo” projects, which, over the years, have become this massive franchise spanning TV and DVDs. Seriously, the whole Shaggy and Scooby mystery-solving thing is practically its own little industry at this point.
Now, for Eddie Deezen, that meant steady gigs—like playing Caliph, and stepping back into the shoes of Gibby Norton more than once. But get this—one of his more unusual roles? The Guy Boarded Up in the Wall. Sounds bizarre, right? Well, it was a recurring character on “The Weird Al Show,” a short-lived CBS effort from 1997 to 1998 that tried—and didn’t quite stick—to bring Weird Al Yankovic’s humor to television. Still, Eddie Deezen was part of it, which just adds to the eclectic mix. Oh, and we can’t forget Mandark—that was another major one. Voicing Mandark on “Dexter’s Laboratory” really cemented Eddie Deezen’s place in animation history. Sure, most kids might not know the name Eddie Deezen off the top of their heads, but they definitely recognize and love the voices he brought to life. Eddie Deezen—yeah, he’s been around, and his work? It’s left a mark.
Well, when it comes to Eddie Deezen’s career highlights, one film really stands out as his highest rated—I Wanna Hold Your Hand from 1978. It’s definitely a fan favorite and often considered one of Eddie Deezen’s most memorable performances. Over the years, critics and audiences alike have praised the movie, giving it solid ratings and helping cement Eddie Deezen’s place in late ‘70s cinema. On the flip side, not every project turned out quite as well. For instance, Million Dollar Mystery, released in 1987, ended up being Eddie Deezen’s lowest rated film. Despite its intriguing premise, it didn’t resonate with viewers or critics, and unfortunately, it’s often cited as a weaker entry in Eddie Deezen’s filmography. Still, even with the ups and downs, Eddie Deezen has built a unique niche over the years, and fans continue to appreciate his contributions across different roles.