Who First Voiced Winnie The Pooh? The Original Bear Of Very Little Brain

Sterling Holloway was the first voice of Winnie the Pooh. He gave life to Pooh in the 1966 film *Winnie the Pooh and the Honey Tree*. Holloway continued to voice Pooh in several Disney productions until the early 1980s. Interestingly, Holloway wasn’t just known for voicing Pooh. He was a talented voice actor and had a long and successful career with Disney.

You might be surprised to learn that Holloway voiced several beloved Disney characters. For example, he voiced the mischievous “King Louie” in *The Jungle Book* (1967) and the grumpy “Grumpy” in *Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs* (1937). He even voiced the “Cheshire Cat” in *Alice in Wonderland* (1951). Holloway’s versatility as a voice actor is evident in the different characters he played, bringing each one to life with distinct and memorable voices.

Holloway’s distinctive voice and ability to capture the essence of each character made him a beloved voice actor. His contributions to Disney animation are a testament to his talent and legacy, and his voice continues to enchant generations of children and adults.