Spider-Man voice actor Alexis Ortega has died at 38 … fans pay tribute to talented performer

Prominent Mexican voice actor Alexis Ortega has died at the age of 38.

Ortega’s cause of death was not immediately announced, TMZ reported.

Ortega contributed to the Spanish-language dubs of Marvel films, most famously voicing Spider-Man (played by Tom Holland) in the 2017 movie Spider-Man: Homecoming.

He first appeared in the role in the 2016 film Captain America: Civil War and then returned for Avengers: Infinity War in 2018, according to El Mundo America.

Ortega also provided voiceover work for popular films like Star Wars: Rogue One, Finding Dory, and Big Hero 6, according to reports.

Ortega was born on August 31, 1987 in Mexico, according to the outlet. 

He began his entertainment career in 2013, appearing both on screen and doing voice-over work, according to El Mundo America.

Ortega has acted in several television series, including Luis Miguel: The Series, Thursday’s Widows, El Candidato, and The House of Flowers.

According to reports, Ortega was collaborating with MrBeast on a Spanish-language version of one of his videos at the time of his death.

The news about the tragic death was first reported by World Dubbing News, as stated by El Mundo America.

We are saddened to announce the death of voice actor Alexis Ortega. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and coworkers during this challenging time.

After Cartoons On The Moon announced the sad news, many fans shared tributes on X.

A fan paid tribute to Alexis Ortega, thanking her for her work dubbing beloved characters like Spider-Man (through Infinity War, as portrayed by Tom Holland) and Tadashi Hamada, saying her voice defined a generation.

I’m sending my deepest sympathy and support to your family and friends as you navigate this challenging time.

One fan praised Ortega’s work as Spider-Man, saying his voice was unique and perfectly matched Tom Holland’s portrayal. They also appreciated the emotion he brought to the role, and expressed their sadness at his passing. Rest in peace, Alexis.

Someone shared a Spider-Man action figure that plays a vocal line recorded by Jenna Ortega, saying it’s their favorite voice for the character, especially when Tom Holland plays Spider-Man.

The fan added, ‘I have a fondness for the figure they released that comes with his voice.’

One fan shared their sadness, saying he was very young and it was a real loss. They especially loved his work voicing Spider-Man with Tom Holland, and offered their sympathy to his family, hoping he finds peace.

One user asked, ‘Why are so many in the dubbing/voice acting field passing away?’ 

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2026-01-28 04:33