He Gave Him A Voice
At first, Popeye was voiced by Billy Costello, who was allegedly fired due to being difficult to work with. He was then replaced by Jack Mercer, who was an apprentice animator who was overheard impersonating Popeye by the head of Fleischer Studios’ music department. Mercer is said to be the best voice behind the character.
He Gave Him A Voice
They Got Married In Real Life
Jack Mercer, who voiced Popeye, ended up marrying Margie Hines, who voiced Olive Oyl. It’s amazing that the people who voiced the characters who were together ended up together in real life! Unfortunately, they ended up getting a divorce in 1944.
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They Got Married In Real Life
