Voice Actor Peter Robbins, AKA Charlie Brown, Dead At 65

Voice actor Peter Robbins has passed away.

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The Carlsbad native was only 65 years old.

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His family said he took his own life last week.

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They are asking for privacy during this difficult time.

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A memorial service will be announced at a future date.

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Robbins first provided the voice of Charlie Brown in 1963.

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He reprised his role in many Peanuts cartoons.

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He even had a tattoo of Snoopy and Charlie Brown on his arm.

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Robbins had been candid about his mental health struggles.

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