Cree Summer
At 56 years old, Cree Summer remains one of the most prominent Canadian Directors working today.
American actress
"Cree Summer's career is largely defined by her unparalleled versatility and prolific output as a voice actress, bringing life to hundreds of beloved animated characters." — About Cree Summer
| Metric | Cree Summer | Avg Director | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 56 | 64 | -8 yrs |
| Career length | 38 yrs | ~35 yrs | +3 yrs |
| Based on 249 Director profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Cree Summer
Did you know that her distinctive voice can be heard across generations of cartoons, from "Inspector Gadget" to "Rugrats" and "Rick and Morty"?
- She was raised on the Red Pheasant First Nation reserve in Saskatchewan, Canada, despite being born in Los Angeles.
- She voiced Penny in the original "Inspector Gadget" cartoon, a role she landed at just 11 years old.
- She played Freddie Brooks, a bohemian college student, for five seasons on the popular sitcom "A Different World."
- Beyond voice acting, she released a solo album, "Street Faërie," in 1999, featuring collaborations with Lenny Kravitz.
- She is the voice of multiple iconic characters across different generations, including Susie Carmichael, Elmyra Duff, and Numbuh 5.
Cree Summer's career is largely defined by her unparalleled versatility and prolific output as a voice actress, bringing life to hundreds of beloved animated characters. From the intelligent Penny in "Inspector Gadget" to the spirited Susie Carmichael in "Rugrats" and the eccentric Elmyra Duff in "Tiny Toon Adventures," her distinctive voice has shaped the childhoods of multiple generations.
Her enduring legacy is her unique ability to embody a vast range of personalities, making her an indelible part of animation history and a celebrated figure for her consistent contributions to popular culture.