Outstanding Voice Performance
The Outstanding Voice Performance category highlights exceptional talent in bringing animated characters to life. Here’s a closer look at the nominees and their performances:
Ayo Edebiri | Inside Out 2
Ayo Edebiri lends her vibrant and expressive voice to Inside Out 2 as Envy, one of the personifications of emotions, adding depth and humor to the beloved franchise. Her ability to bring an animated character to life with nuance has earned her a second consecutive nomination in this category. Edebiri was first nominated last year for her performance in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, marking this as her second overall Bolt film nomination.
Brian Tyree Henry | Transformers One
Brian Tyree Henry voices Megatron in Transformers One, delivering a powerful performance that captures the complex and imposing nature of the iconic villain. This year, Henry has received dual nominations, including Outstanding Supporting Performance for The Fire Inside. With six total Bolt nominations, this marks his third nomination in the voice performance category, following nods for Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Dwayne Johnson | Moana 2
Dwayne Johnson returns as the larger-than-life demigod Maui in Moana 2, bringing charm, humor, and charisma to the iconic character. Johnson’s vocal performance continues to resonate with audiences, earning him his second nomination in this category. He was previously nominated for his standout work in the original Moana. This marks his second overall Bolt film nomination.
Lupita Nyong’o | The Wild Robot
Lupita Nyong’o provides a captivating performance as the titular robot in The Wild Robot, blending warmth and intelligence to bring this mechanical protagonist to life. This nomination is Nyong’o’s seventh Bolt film nomination and her second in the voice performance category. She was previously recognized for her work in The Jungle Book. Nyong’o’s continued excellence solidifies her status as a powerhouse in voice acting.
Aaron Pierre | Mufasa: The Lion King
Aaron Pierre delivers a stirring performance as the young Mufasa in Mufasa: The Lion King, capturing the character’s journey from humble beginnings to his rise as a leader. His emotive voice work and commanding presence have earned him his first Bolt nomination, making this an exciting debut for the talented actor.