Don Lafontaine Biography

Donald LaFontaine was a renowned American voice actor who recorded more than 5,000 film trailers and hundreds of thousands of television advertisements, network promotions, and video game trailers. Lafontaine will be remembered for his career as a voice actor who brought a big impact to the entertainment industry.

10 Facts About Don Lafontaine

1. Name: Donald Leroy Lafontaine
2. Age at time of death: 68 years
3. Died on: September 1, 2008
4. Height: Average
5. Weight: Moderate
6. Nationality: American
7. Marital Status: Married to Nita Whitaker
8. Occupation: Voice Actor
9. Famous for: Commercials for GEICO insurance and the Mega Millions lottery game
10. Net worth: $2 Million

Don Lafontaine Age and Birthday

Lafontaine was 68 years old at the time of his death, he was born Donald Leroy LaFontaine on August 26, 1940, in Duluth, Minnesota, United States of America. He celebrated his birthday on August 26, every year, and his birth sign was Virgo.

Don Lafontaine Date of Death

Lafontaine died on September 1, 2008 (aged 68) in Los Angeles, California. We send our deep condolence to the family and friends. May his soul continue resting in power. R.I.P. Voice Guru.

Don Lafontaine Education

Lafontaine was a highly educated and qualified person. After graduating from Duluth Central High School in 1958, he joined the United States Army and worked as a recording engineer for the Army Band and Chorus.

Don Lafontaine Family

LaFontaine was born on August 26, 1940, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Alfred LaFontaine(father) and Ruby LaFontaine(mother). Our efforts to find out more about his family came to no avail as no such information is publicly available. Thus, the identity of Lafontaine’s parents is still unclear. It is also not known if he had any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.

Don Lafontaine Wife

LaFontaine is survived by his wife, actress and singer Nita Whitaker, and three children, Christine, Skye, and Elyse. Don was earlier married to Joan Studva, the couple married in 1967 and separated in 1988.

Don Lafontaine Nita Whitaker

Singer Nita Whitaker grew up in Shreveport, Louisiana, the youngest of four children. Her father, Green Whitaker, was a singer with the Spiritual Jubilee vocal group. In her youth, she formed a gospel group with her two sisters, the Whitaker Sisters.

She studied classical voice while attending Northeast Louisiana University, from which she graduated with a B.S. degree in nursing. She won the title of Miss Louisiana in 1984. Moving to Los Angeles, where she married session singer LaFontaine and became the mother of two daughters, she won the Star Search TV amateur contest for 13 consecutive weeks, making her one of the show’s grand champions.

She was a member of the vocal group Next Millennium, which got as far as an Atlantic Records contract and an unreleased album before breaking up. Her performance on the demonstration recording of “I, Who Have Nothing” for Whitney Houston led to a brief appearance in the 1992 film The Bodyguard.

She made other minor film and television appearances while enjoying more prominent roles in stage musicals such as touring companies of Sweeney Todd and Ragtime, as well as a Broadway-bound show based on the songs of Gamble & Huff, Me and Mrs. Jones, in which she starred as Mrs. Jones, and which premiered in Philadelphia in 2001. Whitaker recorded a self-titled debut album in 1994 and followed it with One Voice, released in 2001.

Don Lafontaine Children

Lafontaine and his wife Nita Whitaker have three children namely; Christine, Skye, and Elyse.

Don Lafontaine Net Worth

Lafontaine has an estimated net worth of $80 Million dollars as of 2022. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income was his career as a voice actor. Through his various sources of income, he had been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefered to lead a modest lifestyle.

Don Lafontaine Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Lafontaine.

Don Lafontaine Wiki

• Full Names: Donald Leroy LaFontaine
• Popular As: Don Lafontaine
• Gender: Male
• Occupation / Profession: Voice Actor
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Christian
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Don Lafontaine Birthday

• Zodiac Sign: Virgo
• Date of Birth: August 26, 1940
• Place of Birth: Duluth, Minnesota
• Date of Death: September 1, 2008 (aged 68)
• Place of Death: Los Angeles, California
• Birthday: August 26

Don Lafontaine Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Known
• Height / How Tall?: Not Known
• Weight: Not Known
• Eye Color: Blue
• Hair Color: Brown
• Shoe Size: Not Known

Don Lafontaine Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Alfred LaFontaine
• Mother: Ruby LaFontaine
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
• Marital Status: Was Married
• Wife/Spouse: Was Married to Nita Whitaker
• Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable
• Children: Three (Christine, Skye, and Elyse)

Don Lafontaine Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $80 Million as of 2022
• Salary: Under Review

Don Lafontaine Voice Actor

LaFontaine proceeded to work as a recording engineer after discharge and started working at the National Recording Studios in New York City, where, in 1962, he had the chance to work with producer Floyd Peterson on radio spots for Dr. Strangelove.

Peterson included many of LaFontaine’s ideas for the spots and, in 1963, they went into business together producing advertising, particularly for the movie industry. LaFontaine declared that this company first came up with many of the famous movie trailer catchphrases, including his own future signature phrase, “in a world…”

While working on the 1964 western Gunfighters of Casa Grande, LaFontaine had to fill in for an unavailable voice actor in order to have something to present to MGM. After MGM bought the spots, LaFontaine started a career as a voiceover artist.

He became the head of Kaleidoscope Films Ltd., a movie trailer production company, before starting his own company, Don LaFontaine Associates, in 1976. Shortly thereafter, he was hired by Paramount to do their trailers and was eventually promoted to vice president.

LaFontaine often had jobs at a number of different studios each day. With the advent of ISDN technology, LaFontaine ultimately built a recording studio in his Hollywood Hills home and began doing his work from home.

Don Lafontaine The Voice

LaFontaine lent his unique voice to thousands of movie trailers during his career, traversing every style from every major film studio, including The Cannon Group, for which he voiced one of their logos. For a time, LaFontaine had a near-monopoly on movie trailer voiceovers.

Some important trailers which LaFontaine highlighted in the intro on his official website include Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Shrek, Friday the 13th, Law & Order, and Batman Returns. LaFontaine said in 2007 that his beloved work in a movie trailer was for the biographical film The Elephant Man, though according to a response to the question on his website, he had several trailers which stood out in his mind, and he didn’t like to choose one. Lafontaine also did announce a few WWE Pay Per View events, as well as the “Don’t Try This at Home” bumper.

The prize is “Carl Kasell’s voice on your home answering machine”. LaFontaine did not win the game and offered to record the listener’s answering machine message himself. LaFontaine once declared that he enjoyed recording messages like these because it allowed him to be creative in writing unique messages, and said that he would do so for anyone who contacted him if he had the time. By 2007, he found the requests to be too numerous for him to take on and stopped providing the service.

In 2006, GEICO launched an advertising campaign in which actual customers told their own stories of GEICO experiences, accompanied by a celebrity who helped them make the story interesting. LaFontaine was featured as the celebrity in one of these ads which began airing in August 2006.

Don LaFontaine In a World

In the commercial, he was introduced by the voice-over as “that announcer guy from the movies”, with his name printed on-screen to identify him. He began his telling of the customer’s story with his trademark “In a world…”. LaFontaine credited the spot as life-changing for having exposed his name and face to a significant audience, noting, “There goes any anonymity I might have had…”

Don Lafontaine Voiceover Lab

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Don LaFontaine (DLF) Voiceover Lab Los Angeles, is a state-of-the-art recording facility that brings together the professionalism and quality of a commercial recording studio and the innovation and educational focus of a classroom environment.

At the DLF Voiceover Lab, SAG-AFTRA members can record voice tracks on demo reels, learn how to use the latest audio recording software, train with top voiceover instructors, and network with peers.

The DLF Voiceover Lab is named in memory of legendary voice actor Don LaFontaine and cultivates a thriving community of voice actors who embody his generous spirit of mentorship and giving back.

The DLF Voiceover Lab is a free facility for SAG-AFTRA members and made possible through gifts, grants, and sponsorships. The Foundation never draws on SAG-AFTRA dues or initiation fees.

Don Lafontaine etCommercial

He is widely known in the film industry, the man whose nicknames included “Thunder Throat” and “The Voice of God”, became known to a wider audience through commercials for GEICO insurance and the Mega Millions lottery game. In 2006, GEICO began an advertising campaign in which actual customers told their own stories of GEICO experiences, accompanied by a celebrity who helped them make the story interesting.

The Government Employees Insurance Company is an American auto insurance company with headquarters in Maryland. It is the second-largest auto insurer in the United States, after State Farm. GEICO is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway that provides coverage for more than 24 million motor vehicles owned by more than 15 million policyholders as of 2017. GEICO writes private passenger automobile insurance in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

The insurance agency sells policies through local agents, called GEICO Field Representatives, over the phone directly to the consumer via licensed insurance agents, and through their website. Its mascot is a gold dust day gecko with a Cockney accent, voiced by English actor Jake Wood. GEICO is well known in popular culture for its advertising, having made numerous commercials intended to entertain viewers.

Don Lafontaine Health and Death

On Friday, August 22, 2008, LaFontaine, a longtime smoker, was at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, with a pulmonary embolism and was reported to be in critical condition the following Tuesday.

His family made a public plea for prayers on Mediabistro. Ten days later, LaFontaine died on September 1, 2008, six days after his 68th birthday, following difficulties from a pneumothorax. He is buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.

His final television voice-over role was for the Phineas and Ferb episode “The Chronicles of Meap” in which he said in his final line: “In a world… There, I said it. Happy?” The episode also ended with a short tribute to him, although the iTunes, UK, and Spanish versions of the episode omitted the dedication. His final movie trailer voice-over was for Call + Response, a documentary about the global slave trade, for which he donated his talent.

Don Lafontaine Movie Trailer List

• Stewie Griffin: The Untold Story 2005
• Claire Makes it Big 1999
• Plump Fiction 1998
• Santa vs. the Snowman 3D 1997
• The Birdcage 1996
• Pulp Fiction 1994
• A Man Called Sarge 1990
• Scrooged 1988
• Time Walker 1982
• The Making of Star Wars 1977

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Albie Manzo Biography

Albie Manzo is an American reality TV star known for his appearance in the reality show The Real Housewives of New Jersey. Manzo is also noted for being the son of  Calorine Manzo who starred in The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

10 Quick Facts About Albie Manzo

1. 1. Name: Albie Manzo
   2. Age: 35 years
   3. Birthday: May 27
   4. Zodiac Sign: Gemini
   5. Height: 6 feet
   6. Nationality: American
   7. Occupation: Reality TV Star
   8. Marital Status: Dating
   9. Salary: Under Review
   10. Net worth:$1 million

Albie Manzo Age

Albie is 35 years old as of 2021, he was born May 27, 1986, in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, in the United States of America. He celebrates his birthday on May 27th every year and his birth sign is Gemini.

Albie Manzo Height

Manzo stands at a height of 1.83 meters/ 6 feet tall. He also weighs  78 kgs/ 171 Ibs. Likewise, he has dark brown hair and hazel brown eyes. However, there is no information about the size of his shoe.

Albie Manzo Education

The TV star attended Seton Hall law school, nevertheless, fail to reach the required standard. He didn’t give up on achieving a degree in law and becoming a lawyer in the coming future.

Albie Manzo Parents

He is the firstborn child of Caroline Manzo( Caroline Laurita) who is best known for starring in the reality television series The Real Housewives of New Jersey, and her own spin-off show, Manzo’d with Children. His father Albert Manzo is the co-owner of The Brownstone.

Albie Manzo Siblings

Manzo has a young sister named Lauren Manzo the mother to Marchesa Anna Scalia, and a wife to Vito Scalia. Lauren has also appeared in the family TV show” Manzo’d with Children”. What’s more, he also has a younger who goes by the name Christopher Thomas Manzo, born in 1989. Thomas is an author of the book ”Oliver Brightside: You Don’t Want That Penny”.

Albie Manzo and Jamie Rose

According to reliable sources, Albie had a relationship with an Instagram influencer  Jamie Virginia Rose. On 4 April 2019, Jamie had posted a photo of her with Albie on Instagram with a caption ‘My rib’ which symbolizes the couple might be in a strong relationship and deeply in love with each other.  Unfortunately, the two are no longer a couple, they broke up after making their relationship public. Though no one knows the reason why they broke up. At the moment, Albie is probably single, but there is a rumor that he might be getting engaged soon. Nevertheless, there are no details showing the lady whom he might engage with. In the meantime, we are keeping tabs and we will update this information once it is out.

Albie Manzo Net Worth

Albie is estimated to have a net worth of about $1 million U.S dollars. This includes his assets, money and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor. Through his various sources of income, Manzo has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Albie Manzo Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts you don’t want to miss about Albie Manzo

Albie Manzo Wiki

• Full Names: Albie Manzo
• Gender: Male
• Profession: Actor
• Nationality: American
• Race/ Ethnicity: White
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Albie Manzo Birthday

• Age: 34 years (2020)
• Zodiac Sign: Gemini
• Date of Birth: May 27, 1986
• Place of Birth: Franklin Lakes, New Jersey United States of America
• Birthday: May 27

Albie Manzo Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: To be updated
• Height: 1.83 meters/ 6 feet
• Weight: 78 kgs/ 171 Ibs
• Eyes: hazel brown
• Hair Colour: dark brown

Albie Manzo Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Manzo
• Mother (Mom): Caroline Manzo
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Lauren Manzo
• Marital Status: Dating
• Girlfriend: Jamie Rose (broke up)

Albie Manzo Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $1 million dollars (approx. 2020)
• Salary: To be updated
• Source of Income: Acting

 Manzo’s House and Cars

• Place of living: US
• Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Albie Manzo Job

Manzo is a businessman. Nonetheless, he rose to stardom and gained fame as a reality star on Manzo’d with Children which is a spin-off of Real Housewives of New Jersey. Prior to he got stardom, he worked in the restaurant Little Town New Jersey and BLK beverages with his brother Chris. The brothers are partners and co-founders of BLK beverages since its debut in 2011. Since Albie is not only a reality star but also a businessman and founder of BLK beverages, Manzo has not only earned fame but also is successful to accumulate the handsome amount of earning in his entire career.

Frequently Asked Questions About Albie Manzo

Who is Albie Manzo?

Manzo is an accomplished actor who gained wide recognition after appearing as a cast in the reality TV show The Real Housewives of New Jersey.

How old is Albie Manzo?

Manzo is an American national born on May 27, 1986, Franklin Lakes, NJ. He is 34 years old as of 2020.

How tall is Manzo?

He stands at a height of 1.83 meters 6 feet tall

Is Albie Manzo married?

Manzo is not married, however, he has been a relationship with an Instagram star Jamie Virginia Rose but broke up.

How much is Albie Manzo worth?

Manzo has an estimated net worth of $1 million. This amount has been accrued from his business

Where does Manzo live?

He is a resident of Franklin Lakes, in NJ, USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them

Is Manzo dead or alive?

Albie is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Albie Now?

He is still active in business industry, though there is details showing what he has been up to recently.

Manzo’s Social Media Contacts

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