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Remembering John Erwin The Voice of “He-Man”!

Story by Mitchell Smith

John Erwin was born in 1936 in Cambridge, Mass, and passed away at the age of 88. Erwin may not be a household name, but his voice has left an indelible mark on generations of animation fans. Best known for his iconic narration of the opening credits to “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe” (1983–1985), “By the power of Grayskull, I have the Power”, and voicing the iconic character through its entire run. Anyone growing up in the eighties surely watch He-Man and loved this iconic roll. Erwin’s career as a voice actor spanned decades, covering a wide range of characters in television, radio, and commercials.

His deep, commanding voice helped define the heroic archetype of the 1980s and remains a nostalgic favorite for fans. Erwin’s career began in the late 1950s, with roles in both live-action and voice-over work. One of his early notable roles was voicing Reggie Mantle in the Archie animated series, a role he held through multiple adaptations from the 1960s to the 1970s. His work in radio and commercials also showcased his versatility, as he became a sought-after voice for various brands. Erwin who got his big break as Teddy on “Rawhide”, would work in live acting until he was cast for the “Archie” series in 1968. Alongside these classic shows Erwin had a small part in “Back to The Future II” and “Remember the Titans”. His final roll was in 2005 when he voiced He-Man on an episode of “Family Guy”.

Erwin was very private and largely retired from the public eye. John Erwin’s work lives on, ensuring that his powerful and heroic voice will echo through pop culture for generations to come. Rest In Peace Mr. Erwin

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