R.I.P. Don LaFontaine.....

[Fletch 219]

Man, 2008 has really sucked in regards to losing talented people in Hollywood. I'm a big film buff and it was always nice to hear Don's distinctive voice when a trailer would come on. He had no problem parodying himself either - just a really good guy who unfortunately shouldn't have gone this early in life (see "message from Don" in the 2nd link below to see what I mean) -

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/38150

http://blogs.voices.com/voxdaily/2007/12/don_lafontaine.html

[15yearsofhistory 0]

Aww... I loved this guy. Every trailer for every movie I've watched was well worth it just to hear his voice.

[lampliter87 8]

RIP indeed. I'll bet the movie industry is scrambling to replace him.

[RadioGaGa 162]

I think EVERY movie theatre should have:

"Dedicated to Don Lafontaine"

before their shows this week.

[VakarLajos 5]

I think EVERY movie theatre should have:

"Dedicated to Don Lafontaine"

before their shows this week.

Sad to hear.

[JR97 2]

"In a world...... "

He'll be missed for sure. So unique. He even had imitators:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJGkKdqPx_c

[Fletch 219]

I think EVERY movie theatre should have:

"Dedicated to Don Lafontaine"

before their shows this week.

Sad to hear.

Off-topic - Vakar, your avatar is priceless. I love Franklin....lol.

Ok, back on topic.

[RadioGaGa 162]

There is a local (or somewhat local) guy who claimed to make "6 figures in his housecoat" because he had a good, fairly well sought after voice. I can only imagine what Don must've been pulling down with pipes like that and major motion pictures money coming after him.

Good Night Trailerman!

Fletch..."In Memoriam" at this years Oscars will be one for the ages.

[Smitty34 0]

I think EVERY movie theatre should have:

"Dedicated to Don Lafontaine"

before their shows this week.

I agree.

I loved hearing Don's voice. He was perfect for that job. I love how he was also able to make fun of himself. R.I.P.

[RadioGaGa 162]

I think EVERY movie theatre should have:

"Dedicated to Don Lafontaine"

before their shows this week.

I agree.

I loved hearing Don's voice. He was perfect for that job. I love how he was also able to make fun of himself. R.I.P.

Speaking of which....from back when Don had hair.

[Cheesehead 0]

Movie trailers just won't be the same

[nspeen 0]

What a bummer...he did an awesome job.

[Fletch 219]

Funny stuff here....damn I never met the man but I really, honestly am sad that he's gone. :(

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBG7dgamWLw