"I got a call inviting me to audition for Disney’s new animated musical - and I was immediately sold. "Hmmm... That’s a tough one to answer, but I guess I'm a wicked video game player. Aladdin was an amazing adventure and the lead character was a hero for guys, which I loved.

How did I come up with that? Zachary Levi Pugh (Born September 29, 1980) is an American actor, singer and voice actor currently portraying Eugene Fitzherbert in the television series, Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure.

From "Veronica Mars" to Rebecca take a look back at the career of Armie Hammer on and off the screen. Personal Information Beyond that, there are a number of Disney shorts that I rate that were incredibly well made, such as Johnny Appleseed, Pecos Bill and Paul Bunyan. Occupation "I play a character called Flynn Rider in Tangled. That seemed really cool to me. The new film is Tangled and it’s an updated version of the classic story of Rapunzel. I’ve seen all of the Pixar movies and they all make me laugh, but Finding Nemo is definitely the best in my book. Age

Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. In fact, I like to think of Tangled as an animated, family-friendly Romancing The Stone.

"I think that Family Guy is hysterical. Zachary Levi ('Tangled') Zachary Levi chats to DS about playing Tangled's dashing hero Flynn Rider. There are plenty of modern singer-songwriters, but there is something about James Taylor that has always resonated with me. DS caught up with Zachary at Disney's Animation Studios in California to find out more on his move into movies... What can you tell us about your character in Tangled?

", You mention that Flynn Ryder is a bandit.

That’s exactly what the movie’s like to watch. ", Were you worried about the singing aspect of the audition? Zachary Levi Pugh Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States Zachary Levi What is your most roguish quality?

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It’s edgy and hip - and they can do whatever they want to do because it’s animated and they’re not limited by budget. (In memory of Patrick Macnee) Memorable TV Mixed Teams ... Gambit Casting for Disney's X-Men Reboot Movie, Lego Jurassic World: The Indominus Escape, Mandy Moore & Zachary Levi: I See the Light, No Rest for the Wicked: A Basil & Moebius Adventure, Make a Movie End a Lot Quicker: Part Three, Soundtrack of Our Lives: A Celebration for the Film & TV Music Community, Shazam!/Pet Sematary/The Public/Bumblebee, Wonder/The Star/Mudbound/Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You, The Cast of "Shazam!" Here's a look back at the various roles Zachary Levi has played throughout his acting career. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ut2DtP9wAK8, https://variety.com/2015/tv/news/tangled-television-series-disney-channel-1201510854/, https://tangled.fandom.com/wiki/Zachary_Levi?oldid=19050. ", What makes you laugh? "Not necessarily because I’ve sung my whole life. [1][2], He has also provided vocals for a character named "Feldspar" in the episode "Painter's Block.".

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The middle child between two sisters, Zachary Levi was born as Zachary Levi Pugh on September 29, 1980 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Susan (Hoctor) and Darrell Alton Pugh. ", Is Flynn a good guy? Voice of I was told to prepare a singer-songwriter song and the first thing that came to my mind was James Taylor's 'Sweet Baby James'. Gender ", How did you get involved with the movie? Los Angeles Comic Con 2020 Event Canceled, 2021 Dates Set, Shazam 2 Shooting Schedule Won't Change Despite New 2023 Release Date, 2019 Watchlist: The Year's Most-Added Movies, Editors' Picks: Our Favorites From the Week of March 31. ", What were your favourite animations when you were growing up? They’re all amazing shorts.". We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article.

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He uses his middle name as his stage surname because his birth name, "Pugh", which is of Welsh origin, sounds too much like "Pew." Name The animation was great and Robin Williams was unbelievable as the Genie.

"I was incredibly happy, but I have to admit that the animals definitely steal the show. He had been the first choice to play Fandral in the film.

Tangled opens in UK cinemas on January 28. Zachary Levi arrives at the 83rd annual Academy Awards in February 2011. ActorSingerVoice actor Birth Date Zachary Levi speaks at the 2009 San Diego Comic Con.

", Were you excited to discover that your character in Tangled provides a lot of the comedy of the movie? These are two very different characters that end up learning a lot from each other on a rather crazy adventure. Zachary Levi and Mandy Moore at the premiere of Tangled in November 2010. I really like the other Disney classics like The Jungle Book, Robin Hood and The Rescuers. He has also provided vocals for a character named " Feldspar " in the episode " Painter's Block." When it comes to the comedy of Tangled, the gecko and the horse are outstanding.

Zachary Levi behind the scenes of Tangled. I also have to add that every Pixar movie makes me laugh uncontrollably, too.

Well, if somebody says 'pop', you think of Michael Jackson or Justin Timberlake.

Eugene FitzherbertFeldspar The middle child between two sisters, Zachary Levi was born as Zachary Levi Pugh on September 29, 1980 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Susan (Hoctor) and Darrell Alton Pugh. Looking for some great streaming picks? He uses his middle name as his stage surname because his birth name, "Pugh", which is of Welsh origin, sounds too much like "Pew." I’ve always dreamed of being a voice in a Disney animation and I’ve always wanted to sing for Disney, so this opportunity was a dream come true. Zachary Levi Pugh (Born September 29, 1980) is an American actor, singer and voice actor currently portraying Eugene Fitzherbert in the television series, Rapunzel's Tangled Adventure. ", Did you have to sing in your audition for Tangled?

If somebody says 'singer-songwriter' to me, the first person I think of is James Taylor.

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The comedy gets ridiculous and way off the radar sometimes, but I love it. Zachary Levi, Actor: Shazam!.

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Finds Out Which DC Hero They Really Are, Colin Farrell/Woody Harrelson/Zachary Levi, Matt Damon/Zachary Levi/Nitro Circus Live, Shazam! 39 years old I show no mercy. It’s mostly been for fun, but I’ve also done a lot of musical theatre, so I have booked jobs based on my voice before. Zachary Levi 'expects Chuck happy ending'. I have been a fan ever since I was a little kid.