As a kid, I was abused by my mother and stepfather, and forced to live in a shed in our backyard. I had a bed, a tv and my toys. It was Cullen, as Optimus Prime that kept me going and gave me hope. His voice and my imagination let me escape that cruelty for a time. I met him only a few years ago at a convention and what he meant to me all those decades ago choked me up and I could barely get my name out. I tried to apologize and he just said it was ok and he understood!
I'm sorry that you have to go through all of the abuse from your poor excuse of a mother and step father. I hope you're living a better life now today.
Hey whirlybird, this is Ashleigh Piccinino. I bet you transform into a Blackhawk helicopter, correct? That would actually kinda be a cool name for you. Well, Optimus prime has kind of shaped me as well… And here is a quote from him. “ We can all be heroes in our own lives… Every one of us… If we only have the courage to try. “This is supposed to be… Or what is supposed to be… The single cover quote for the special education masters program at Missouri State University. These kids need as much courage as I can get… Under these teachers instruction. And the teachers need to try to understand the kids in the best way they know how. Also, can’t you just hear Optimus prime right now… In Peter’s own voice… Not the deeper one of Optimus. Also, if you ever come across someone who uses voice over on an iPhone… Voice is a screen reader… Have them turn the pitch down to at least 10%, and noticed the odd similarity of Alex to Optimus prime. Let’s roll out, and stay safe all you Autobots. After all, Megatron was a prime as well, was he not?
@ no, I think Frank should have introduced Peter Cullen as Optimus prime. I know it’s a formal ceremony, but I really wish he would’ve done the whole entire seat in prime with boys. That would’ve been awesome, and I think you almost felt like he was gonna start crying, so yes, a prime does cry whenever he needs to… See the video from Donnie flash where I guess Peter and Frank are playing a transformers audio game. Of course it has video too, so they’re using like an Xbox or something like that. It’s pretty cool. Prime stays in “prime, “form all the way down the video… And several more. some of the Deceptacon join too, playing… Maybe not as themselves… But they do the lessons of their own robots. Pretty cool. at one point during one of the videos… Peter says “I’m crying. You can’t see it, but I’m crying. “Of course, I guess it was happy tears… But sadly, I also can’t see the screen ha ha ha. Anyway, thank you for your reply and getting back to it so quickly. By the way, you can hear prime as he helps young kids and kids all ages fall asleep through imagine images… That’s the UA-camr’s name here who do videos about transformers sweet stories. Again, imagine images is the creator of these videos. of course, please look for the actual Optimus prime… Not him and some AI doing the video after he gets done with his part. There are those on there as well, so please look for the ones where Peter Cullen is doing it all on his own.
I cannot watch this with dry eyes. I am so grateful for Larry Cullen, who is the true hero for inspiring my greatest hero ever. Thank you Larry. And thank you Peter for being the hero we wanted and needed
Larry Cullen in his deathbed looking at the sun infront of his window: one day, an Autobot shall rise from our ranks and use the powers of the Matrix to light our darkest hour.
I hope that Peter realises that his brother Larry, couldn't have been more proud of him in all his accomplishments and all that he's done. He's inspired generations of people and that can't be understated. Rest in Peace, Larry. Till all are one!
Also funny when you consider how being passed over for Primehood--,while not exactly a Lifetime Achievement Award--prompted Megatron to openly turn on Optimus in at least the Aligned continuity
"There will be no war today, Optimus Prime. You have earned Galvatron's respect." Frank Welker (Galvatron) to Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime), The Return of Optimus Prime, Pt. 2.
Peter Cullen gave at least two generations a positive leader and role model in Optimus Prime. I hope he knows just how much he's loved around the world.
Same here! No matter how many times I hear it, it always brings a tear to my eye. Larry Cullen would be proud of Peter for the generations he's inspired.
Along with the likes of James Earl Jones ,Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy , Peter Cullen deserves this lifetime achievement award for his legendary voice work as Optimus Prime... the man simply gave us the greatest leader-esque/heroic baritone voice you'll ever hear. Congrats Peter Cullen.
I love how Frank Welker is the one giving Cullen the award, after all Cullen is and will always be the definitive Optimus Prime, just like Frank Welker is the definitive Megatron
I've been a Transformers fan since the very beginning in 1984. Transformers is my #1 favorite 80s franchise. But every time I hear the name "Peter Cullen" I immediately think of the opening to Voltron. *FROM DAYS OF LONG AGO, FROM UNCHARTED REGIONS OF THE UNIVERSE, COMES A LEGEND*
"Be strong enough to be gentle." Words for everyone to follow and something Hasbro should remember when creating media round the character. Congrats and thanks, Peter!
megatron presenting optimus with an award is the most transformers thing ever. the man is a legend,its about time he is presented with this award after decades of voicing our childhoods.
You also forgot my Celine Dion… Who recently went ahead and “thought “against Deadpool and won. Of course, she was singing her song “ashes, “and Deadpool himself seemed like he was going to cry. “This is Deadpool, not Titanic… We need to bring you down to five or six… Not 11, “Céline Dion said, “this thing… Only goes to 11… So beat it Spider-Man. “You can find more Céline Dion quotes like this on “I am Céline Dion… And this is on Amazon Prime Video. Since we’re talking about a prime here, of course, Optimus, maybe Peter Cullen can build something for Céline Dion to help her stiff person syndrome. Wouldn’t be an excellent auto bot… Both as a singer and as someone who now has a disability… Encouraged to everyone who does have disabilities… Like myself. Take care, and remember… Autobots, let’s roll out. “By the way, Celine Marie Claudette Dion is also Canadian.
No one could ever replace Peter Cullen or Frank welker as Optimus and Megatron. They are two of the best voice actors who have ever lived. I hope they live for many years to come
Optimus giving Megatron a spot in the light is such a prime thing to do😂 I love these two and hope every proceeding generation to come enjoy, and recognize these beloved talents🎉🎉🎉
He's known mainly as the voice of Optimus Prime, but has many other voice credits under his belt from our childhood shows and movies, including the sounds of the Predator.
Growing up without a father, Optimus Prime was, in a sense, a father figure. A lot of people may think it's silly, but Peter Cullen created a character that shaped my termperament and demeanor. Much love to Peter Cullen!
Two of the most legendary voice actors Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime and his many versions over the years and Frank Welker and his legendary performance as Megatron and his many versions really drove home that nostalgic feeling.
My wife and I met Peter earlier this year. A truer more genuine person probably doesn’t exist. A hero to several generations of boys and girls that needed someone to look up to. Congratulations Mr. Cullen, you deserve this win as well as many more.
Peter Cullen is Optimus Prime ! I had a whole collection of Transformers toys when I was a kid. But, my G1 Optimus Prime was my most treasured toy. Thank you Peter for playing my childhood hero, Optimus Prime, who fought for truth and justice. Thanks to you, I can teach my son to be a better person.
To be honest, Peter deserved to get this award a lot sooner. He's done such a great job with his many voice roles and deserves to take a break from voice acting if he wants to. I will say this though, it will be a real tragity when Peter passes away and is no longer with us. He is such a great guy and has one of the best voices I've ever heard. I bet he could make almost anything sound really interesting if he talked about it in the right way. I can't wait to see what else Peter will do in future roles as Optimus and possibly other characters from different media groups. Congratulations Peter, you should have gotten this award a lot sooner because of your great and wonderful work. I wish you the best of luck and safety.
Just hearing Frank Welker doing his animal voices is just fantastic. Peter, we love you, you have been the voice many of us grew up with and you have earned this achievement. Congrats.
Very touching and emotional after the loss of Kevin Conroy last year. Peter Cullen is another monument and pillar of manys childhood and im happy for this. ”You’ve got the touch.”
The voice actor who brought optimus to life is as much a part of the American way of entertainment as is James earl Jones, William Shatner and, Stan Lee was for marvel. A living legend. The voice that perhaps will carry on the nobility of any possible future forever ❤😂
I'm so happy for him. This man made mine and countless childhoods amazing with his inspiring voice and was a father figure to countless people who needed one
God gave a gift and talent to humanity in Peter Cullen. Forever ingrained as a legend for many. A proud but yet humble man. How has always set the bar for many boys and men. Who literally showed how to be a leader,friend, and father through the character Optimus Prime. Congratulations, and Till All Are One!
I can think of no better melding of voice actor and character than Peter Cullen and Optimus Prime. When Optimus speaks of freedom, honor, justice, and unity, you can tell Peter believes it. That's why his take on the character has endured for 40 years, why it has stuck in the hearts of almost all who have watched it, and why any attempts to follow in his stead have simply never worked as well. Even when the material is weak, he elevates it and makes it worth watching.
So great seeing him get proper respect and recognition he's earned. His portrayal of Optimus Prime was very important to me growing up, only real positive male role model I had.
This award was criminally overdue. You were a calm, soothing voice of reason for all us G1er's. I know he's done countless voices different characters and sounds but c'mon, he's fiiggin Optimus Prime!!!! Till are are one sir. ✌️❤️
7 years ago Frank got his Lifetime Achievement Emmy award, And now his friend Peter got his too, One Shall Stand, One Shall earn a Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award.
Well deserved Mr. Cullen. Thank you for a lifetime of work. Giving us one of the best one of the best role models in yourself as well as Optimus prime. Well done sir. Till All Are One
There have been a few others who have amazing longevity as well, Jack Angel, Corey Burton, Kathy Soucie, Tress MacNeille, Rob Paulsen, one or two others I can't think right now; I hope they get their chance someday.
Congratulations Mr Cullen! A well deserved reward for inspiring generations of people all over the world as the heroic leader of the Autobots, there will never be anyone like you!
I've heard Peter say "I, am Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots" more times than I can count and each times it brings me back to that 8 year old watching TFs on tv for the first time, only this time with a tear in my eye because you know the true meaning behind the voice.
If they only knew how many children's hearts shaped with their cartoon characters... Children from all over the world grow up by following their favorite characters' values. Greetings from Greece. 🇬🇷
I met him for an autograph last saturday. Im a 47f and within two seconds of his presence, he made me feel like i had a grandfather again. He held my hands and told me never to give up. There is no kinder human being on this earth in my opinion. Except maybe his wife....
I haven't been able to meet him he always goes to giant cons etc that are so far away I want to meet him no I need to meet him he saved my life from depression and suicide
@optimus_legend27 both Peter and Frank were actually at GalaxyCon Raleigh in North Carolina a few years back, don't give up hope! You might meet them yet 😁
Thank-you Frank for your tribute to Peter Cullen. To Peter Cullen, I am 54 yrs old, I can remember hearing your voice on Winnie the Pooh, and then later on in Transformers. Even though I was a teen when I watched and listened to Transformers in the 1980s. There was always something special about listening and watching Optimus Prime. Optimus has always shown the traits that I honor the most. Honor, respect, courage, wisdom, and compassion. So Optimus became my hero at a young age. And even at 54, I still have the utmost respect for Optimus. There is something in a voice that says a lot. Thank you Peter for being one of my roll models when I was growing up. And thankyou Larry Cullen for your service and also offering your wisdom to Peter. We may never had heard your voice in public, but in many ways I feel as though we have heard your words thru Optimus. God Bless you Larry and Peter. I still at this age have the utmost respect for you both. I am very grateful to be able to see and hear Optimus Primes voice in any of the modern movies and shows like Transformers Prime. Thanks again.
I was indeed fortunate to had seen the premiere of the G1 Series when I was a little kid, and since then I have been an undying fan, especially of Optimus Prime. His inspiration being based on a real person and even more on Peter Cullen's brother just gives so much meaning to such an iconic and irreplaceable character and his voice actor. This was a long time coming for Peter Cullen and I am glad his long time friend and Character rival to have been together on this for so long. We Roll out with you on your continued dedication Peter "Optimus Prime" Cullen, All as One.
what's amazing here outside of Peter getting the recognition he deserves, and from one of his best friends and fellow voice actor, is how many voices everyone is hearing up on that stage. Yes, we hear OP and Megatron, but think about the others: Welker: Fred, Yukk, Iceman, Flash (GI Joe), Soundwave, Galvatron, Glove (Bionic Six), Slimer, Peter Venkman (The Real Ghostbusters) Curious George, Uni (Dungeons and Dragons), Jabberjaw, Dynomutt, Dr. Claw, Darkseid, Baby Kermit (Muppet Babies), Wild Bill, Torch (GI Joe), and Scooter (Go-Bots)... Cullen: Mighty Man, Red Skull, Ironhide, Ramar (GI Joe), Airborne (GI Joe), Nemesis Enforcer (GI Joe), Zandor (Zartan's Brother, GI Joe), King Alfor (Voltron), Cmdr. Hawkins (Voltron Vehicle Force), KARR (Knight Rider), Eeyore.. Sure, we hear OP and Megatron, but 90% of the shows everyone grew up in had one of these two guys' voices in it.
This man is a legend. He and Frank Welker deserve everything for the work they put in. Peter Cullen's dedication and voice are a true testament to what a true hero, character, and overall person should be. This man is more than just Optimus Prime's voice, he is Optimus Prime. Till all are one
As a kid, I was abused by my mother and stepfather, and forced to live in a shed in our backyard. I had a bed, a tv and my toys. It was Cullen, as Optimus Prime that kept me going and gave me hope. His voice and my imagination let me escape that cruelty for a time.
I met him only a few years ago at a convention and what he meant to me all those decades ago choked me up and I could barely get my name out. I tried to apologize and he just said it was ok and he understood!
I so happy you were able to get though it, and I hope good luck goes your way
No one should ever have to go through that
I'm sorry that you have to go through all of the abuse from your poor excuse of a mother and step father.
I hope you're living a better life now today.
Same thing happened to me back in 2012 and in 2019.
@@DynamoChannl I'm sorry to hear that.
Frank Welker aka Megatron giving Peter Cullen aka Optimus is one of the most full circle things ive ever seen. What an honor
Its only fitting because Megatron holds an inmense respect for Optimus
"Where would you be without me,Prime?"
"Let's find out"
That connection goes a little further when you realize both Sonny and Cher were on the Scooby Doo show.
"Victory is at it's most delicious when seasoned with irony "
@@creed8712When?
Man, thank you Peter Cullen, for shaping my life as the voice of Optimus prime
❤️💙 he saved my life
Till All Are One. -The only Optimus Prime I will accept forever more, Peter Cullen
Hey whirlybird, this is Ashleigh Piccinino. I bet you transform into a Blackhawk helicopter, correct? That would actually kinda be a cool name for you. Well, Optimus prime has kind of shaped me as well… And here is a quote from him. “ We can all be heroes in our own lives… Every one of us… If we only have the courage to try. “This is supposed to be… Or what is supposed to be… The single cover quote for the special education masters program at Missouri State University. These kids need as much courage as I can get… Under these teachers instruction. And the teachers need to try to understand the kids in the best way they know how. Also, can’t you just hear Optimus prime right now… In Peter’s own voice… Not the deeper one of Optimus. Also, if you ever come across someone who uses voice over on an iPhone… Voice is a screen reader… Have them turn the pitch down to at least 10%, and noticed the odd similarity of Alex to Optimus prime. Let’s roll out, and stay safe all you Autobots. After all, Megatron was a prime as well, was he not?
At this point Peter Cullen should ascend and voice Primus himself.
@ no, I think Frank should have introduced Peter Cullen as Optimus prime. I know it’s a formal ceremony, but I really wish he would’ve done the whole entire seat in prime with boys. That would’ve been awesome, and I think you almost felt like he was gonna start crying, so yes, a prime does cry whenever he needs to… See the video from Donnie flash where I guess Peter and Frank are playing a transformers audio game. Of course it has video too, so they’re using like an Xbox or something like that. It’s pretty cool. Prime stays in “prime, “form all the way down the video… And several more. some of the Deceptacon join too, playing… Maybe not as themselves… But they do the lessons of their own robots. Pretty cool. at one point during one of the videos… Peter says “I’m crying. You can’t see it, but I’m crying. “Of course, I guess it was happy tears… But sadly, I also can’t see the screen ha ha ha. Anyway, thank you for your reply and getting back to it so quickly. By the way, you can hear prime as he helps young kids and kids all ages fall asleep through imagine images… That’s the UA-camr’s name here who do videos about transformers sweet stories. Again, imagine images is the creator of these videos. of course, please look for the actual Optimus prime… Not him and some AI doing the video after he gets done with his part. There are those on there as well, so please look for the ones where Peter Cullen is doing it all on his own.
I cannot watch this with dry eyes. I am so grateful for Larry Cullen, who is the true hero for inspiring my greatest hero ever. Thank you Larry. And thank you Peter for being the hero we wanted and needed
Larry Cullen in his deathbed looking at the sun infront of his window: one day, an Autobot shall rise from our ranks and use the powers of the Matrix to light our darkest hour.
'Till all are one!
Till all are one.
'Till all are one
Till all are one
Peter really deserved this award after years of dedication to his roles. Thank you peter cullen for making my childhood!!
He saved my life from depression and suicide Optimus prime is the reason I'm still here today
@@optimus_legend27 till all are one
@@cybertroniccustomz998 FOREVER
@@optimus_legend27i am beyond glad to hear that my friend
@@optimus_legend27can you tell me where you watched this and what timestamp please?
"Be a real hero ... Be strong enough to be gentle"
Damn.
He ABSOLUTELY nailed it
I hope that Peter realises that his brother Larry, couldn't have been more proud of him in all his accomplishments and all that he's done. He's inspired generations of people and that can't be understated. Rest in Peace, Larry. Till all are one!
As an older brother myself, I know I'd be proud too if my little bro did all this, not that I'm already very proud of him.
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Thanks Larry for inspiring your brother into becoming the hero he is today
Without Larry, Optimus Prime, and possibly even Transformers, wouldn't be as big as it is today.
"if you want to be a leader, be strong enough to be gentle"
Megatron giving Optimus prime a reward is kinda crazy
To be Fair: its Megatron He's gotta be Scheming something. 😅
Also funny when you consider how being passed over for Primehood--,while not exactly a Lifetime Achievement Award--prompted Megatron to openly turn on Optimus in at least the Aligned continuity
The award was rigged with Dark Energon!
"There will be no war today, Optimus Prime. You have earned Galvatron's respect." Frank Welker (Galvatron) to Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime), The Return of Optimus Prime, Pt. 2.
How to describe Peter Cullen in 1 word: LEGEND.
Here's another word: ICONIC.
Another one: INSPIRING
Another: CHILDHOOD
*FROM DAYS OF LONG AGO, FROM UNCHARTED REGIONS OF THE UNIVERSE, COMES A LEGEND*
Simply: *PRIME*
Couldn’t stop crying. Thank you Peter. Well deserved.
Wow Megatron honoring Optimus. God bless them both.
Indeed!
Peter Cullen gave at least two generations a positive leader and role model in Optimus Prime. I hope he knows just how much he's loved around the world.
I'd argue he's had an affect on at least 3 generations
He knows.
@@AutoRevLife yes, we are onto three now
Thank you, Mr. Peter Cullen and Mr. Frank Welker.
Born Too Late To Explore The Earth
Born Too Early To Explore Space
*Born Just In Time To See Optimus Prime To Get An Emmy*
By his once brother and greatest enemy megatron
i never get tired of his story of how he came to be Optimus Prime goosebumps every time
Same here! No matter how many times I hear it, it always brings a tear to my eye. Larry Cullen would be proud of Peter for the generations he's inspired.
The best story he has along with his return to transformers in the 2007 film
Along with the likes of James Earl Jones ,Mark Hamill and Kevin Conroy , Peter Cullen deserves this lifetime achievement award for his legendary voice work as Optimus Prime... the man simply gave us the greatest leader-esque/heroic baritone voice you'll ever hear. Congrats Peter Cullen.
Don't forget Frank Welker.
This is my Mount Rushmore of voice actors, including Mel Blanc and Frank Welker.
Dee Bradley Baker is an honourable mention
What ladies do you think deserve the award? Annie Potts, Susan Blu, Carrie Fisher come to mind maybe?
And Jim Cummings and Corey Burton!
You can hear him fighting back the tears of joy...this man iIS optimus prime
Just seeing him smile just warms my heart he definitely deserved this i pray he continues as optimus prime for generations to come
He has stated that he will be Optimus prime till he can no longer go he inspired Generations of people he inspired me to keep living
Man even when Peter Cullen isn’t playing Optimus Prime he still is Prime no matter what moment or situation
SO TRUE
He's THE PRIME
Frank Welker deserves to be awarded as well as Peter Cullen. All hail MEGATRON!!
Frank was honored in 2016 i think
"Freedom is the right of all sentient beings." TILL ALL ARE ONE!!!!
AUTOBOTS, TRANSFORM AND ROLL OUT!!!
Till all are one indeed!
Peter Cullen MUST be protected....
"no matter the cost!"
I love how Frank Welker is the one giving Cullen the award, after all Cullen is and will always be the definitive Optimus Prime, just like Frank Welker is the definitive Megatron
I've been a Transformers fan since the very beginning in 1984. Transformers is my #1 favorite 80s franchise. But every time I hear the name "Peter Cullen" I immediately think of the opening to Voltron. *FROM DAYS OF LONG AGO, FROM UNCHARTED REGIONS OF THE UNIVERSE, COMES A LEGEND*
same.
Ditto, obviously 🤣
“Transformers…roll out!”
Peter Cullen and Frank Welker legendsthat can never be replaced
"Be strong enough to be gentle." Words for everyone to follow and something Hasbro should remember when creating media round the character. Congrats and thanks, Peter!
megatron presenting optimus with an award is the most transformers thing ever. the man is a legend,its about time he is presented with this award after decades of voicing our childhoods.
I've never heard Frank Welker's natural voice before. Apparently his G1 Galvatron is just him being crazy in his regular voice
Yes and Fred from Scooby-Doo is just his voice in a relaxed tone
@@brookswilliams5239funny enough Frank originally auditioned for Shaggy and the late Casey Kasem auditioned for Fred.
He was also Duck Hunt in Smash Bros.
@@brookswilliams5239 Actually for Freddy it’s his voice amped up on coffee
@@michaelnally2841 And both went on to do The Transformers, with Frank being Megatron and Casey Kasem being Cliffjumper.
Optimus Prime, Deadpool, Wolverine...well played Canada. 🙌🏾
& me! hello?!
You also forgot my Celine Dion… Who recently went ahead and “thought “against Deadpool and won. Of course, she was singing her song “ashes, “and Deadpool himself seemed like he was going to cry. “This is Deadpool, not Titanic… We need to bring you down to five or six… Not 11, “Céline Dion said, “this thing… Only goes to 11… So beat it Spider-Man. “You can find more Céline Dion quotes like this on “I am Céline Dion… And this is on Amazon Prime Video. Since we’re talking about a prime here, of course, Optimus, maybe Peter Cullen can build something for Céline Dion to help her stiff person syndrome. Wouldn’t be an excellent auto bot… Both as a singer and as someone who now has a disability… Encouraged to everyone who does have disabilities… Like myself. Take care, and remember… Autobots, let’s roll out. “By the way, Celine Marie Claudette Dion is also Canadian.
No one could ever replace Peter Cullen or Frank welker as Optimus and Megatron. They are two of the best voice actors who have ever lived. I hope they live for many years to come
Like Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill as Batman and The Joker.
@@brytilaarthey are awesome voice actors too
Yes indeed
Optimus giving Megatron a spot in the light is such a prime thing to do😂 I love these two and hope every proceeding generation to come enjoy, and recognize these beloved talents🎉🎉🎉
Hearing those original words gave me chills! Im a 66 yr old women who lov3s the Transformers! Thank you Peter! Love and Peace to all!❤❤❤
Ditto! 58 yr old woman, here. :)
He's known mainly as the voice of Optimus Prime, but has many other voice credits under his belt from our childhood shows and movies, including the sounds of the Predator.
Cullen did it - he turned the tide ❤
Growing up without a father, Optimus Prime was, in a sense, a father figure. A lot of people may think it's silly, but Peter Cullen created a character that shaped my termperament and demeanor. Much love to Peter Cullen!
Not gonna lie i cried like a child watching this. No one has ever been more deserving of an award like Peter Cullen.
Til all are one sir
Facts
it's ok to cry
Peter Cullen is the unofficial Dad of a whole generation of children, including me. Very happy for his reward .😊
….and me
this man absolutely 1000% deserves it no doubt
You will always and forever be my Optimus Prime! Love you man! Thanks for making my childhood so great!
He is still Optimus prime buddy he will be Optimus prime till can no longer talk his words
Two of the most legendary voice actors Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime and his many versions over the years and Frank Welker and his legendary performance as Megatron and his many versions really drove home that nostalgic feeling.
When he said “We are one”, “Till all are one”.
The best lines ever spoken in TV
TRUE
I'm so proud of Peter Cullen!
Bravo sir Bravo!! The voice of my childhood afternoons and Saturday mornings.
My wife and I met Peter earlier this year. A truer more genuine person probably doesn’t exist. A hero to several generations of boys and girls that needed someone to look up to. Congratulations Mr. Cullen, you deserve this win as well as many more.
May his legacy live on, across the world and across the stars😀
Transformers Legacy *
Both Optimus Prime and I failed the first grade. Found that out at 44.
Peter Cullen is Optimus Prime ! I had a whole collection of Transformers toys when I was a kid. But, my G1 Optimus Prime was my most treasured toy. Thank you Peter for playing my childhood hero, Optimus Prime, who fought for truth and justice. Thanks to you, I can teach my son to be a better person.
The man. The myth. The legend. Optimus Prime himself.
He was a father to a generation of US kids, many from divorced families. Strong enough to be gentle. Till all are one.
Having Frank do this was honestly heartwarming
To be honest, Peter deserved to get this award a lot sooner. He's done such a great job with his many voice roles and deserves to take a break from voice acting if he wants to. I will say this though, it will be a real tragity when Peter passes away and is no longer with us. He is such a great guy and has one of the best voices I've ever heard. I bet he could make almost anything sound really interesting if he talked about it in the right way. I can't wait to see what else Peter will do in future roles as Optimus and possibly other characters from different media groups. Congratulations Peter, you should have gotten this award a lot sooner because of your great and wonderful work. I wish you the best of luck and safety.
yes, but they wanted to wait until the Transformers 40th anniversary
*Salutes to Peter Cullen and his brother* 07 No one could have deserved it more.
Just hearing Frank Welker doing his animal voices is just fantastic. Peter, we love you, you have been the voice many of us grew up with and you have earned this achievement. Congrats.
“Till all are one”- Peter cullen/ Optimus prime/ absolute goat
Very touching and emotional after the loss of Kevin Conroy last year. Peter Cullen is another monument and pillar of manys childhood and im happy for this.
”You’ve got the touch.”
"He got the power." I will weep when he passes away.
The voice actor who brought optimus to life is as much a part of the American way of entertainment as is James earl Jones, William Shatner and, Stan Lee was for marvel. A living legend. The voice that perhaps will carry on the nobility of any possible future forever ❤😂
A childhood hero, his voice inspired a lot indeed❤
I'm so happy for him. This man made mine and countless childhoods amazing with his inspiring voice and was a father figure to countless people who needed one
Words never rang so true.
I love this. Never did I feel so much at any award given to any actor
Thank you Peter Cullen
Peter deserves recognition for the rest of his life...and ours,what a class act,a true gentlemen and a true hero.
God gave a gift and talent to humanity in Peter Cullen. Forever ingrained as a legend for many. A proud but yet humble man. How has always set the bar for many boys and men. Who literally showed how to be a leader,friend, and father through the character Optimus Prime. Congratulations, and Till All Are One!
I can think of no better melding of voice actor and character than Peter Cullen and Optimus Prime. When Optimus speaks of freedom, honor, justice, and unity, you can tell Peter believes it. That's why his take on the character has endured for 40 years, why it has stuck in the hearts of almost all who have watched it, and why any attempts to follow in his stead have simply never worked as well. Even when the material is weak, he elevates it and makes it worth watching.
Got to meet BOTH OF THEM at megacon last week and omg... very nice men.
So great seeing him get proper respect and recognition he's earned. His portrayal of Optimus Prime was very important to me growing up, only real positive male role model I had.
"Be strong enough to be gentle". What a wonderful quote. Peter, you and your family are incredible people.
Well-earned and well deserved!!! One of my childhood favorites!
I get teary-eyed when I ever see Peter Cullen. He's always my childhood hero and always will be
This award was criminally overdue. You were a calm, soothing voice of reason for all us G1er's. I know he's done countless voices different characters and sounds but c'mon, he's fiiggin Optimus Prime!!!! Till are are one sir. ✌️❤️
I'm a Transformers fan, ever since I was a kid, Optimus Prime is my favorite Autobot, & Peter Cullen is my new favorite Canadian Actor & Voice Actor.
Megatron giving Optimus prime his award is nothing but wholesome and just prime👑 congratulations Peter!
I cried tears of happiness while watching this last night. Congratulations, Mr. Cullen!!!
7 years ago Frank got his Lifetime Achievement Emmy award, And now his friend Peter got his too, One Shall Stand, One Shall earn a Lifetime Achievement Emmy Award.
Well deserved Mr. Cullen. Thank you for a lifetime of work. Giving us one of the best one of the best role models in yourself as well as Optimus prime. Well done sir. Till All Are One
Well deserved thank you Peter Cullen for voicing my childhood characters in movies and tv I’m glad u got this achievement bc u deserve it
Congrats, Mr Cullen! Thank you Mr Welker for the heart felt and entertaining introduction. Much love since 1978.
Im 42 yrs old and I'm watching the voice of my hero get his well deserved flowers. Tears of joy. ALL the tears of joy. Well deserved Mr. Cullen.
Frank Welker is a talented man too. He’s done so many different voices and sound effects.
Frank Welker in one of the best voice actors.
Peter Cullen’s got the touch! More power to him.
To me, his is the voice of goodness; as a quality, a state of being, as a concept. I'm so glad I got to see him have this moment.
There have been a few others who have amazing longevity as well, Jack Angel, Corey Burton, Kathy Soucie, Tress MacNeille, Rob Paulsen, one or two others I can't think right now; I hope they get their chance someday.
Terri Hawkes, Linda Ballantyne, Jodi Benson, Veronica Taylor, Katey Sagal and Susan Roman should also get one too!
And B.J Ward and Mary Kay Bergman
I love how Frank Welker presents Peter Cullen
Congratulations Mr Cullen! A well deserved reward for inspiring generations of people all over the world as the heroic leader of the Autobots, there will never be anyone like you!
I've heard Peter say "I, am Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots" more times than I can count and each times it brings me back to that 8 year old watching TFs on tv for the first time, only this time with a tear in my eye because you know the true meaning behind the voice.
Never gets old he saved my life
If they only knew how many children's hearts shaped with their cartoon characters...
Children from all over the world grow up by following their favorite characters' values.
Greetings from Greece. 🇬🇷
I met him for an autograph last saturday. Im a 47f and within two seconds of his presence, he made me feel like i had a grandfather again. He held my hands and told me never to give up. There is no kinder human being on this earth in my opinion. Except maybe his wife....
I haven't been able to meet him he always goes to giant cons etc that are so far away I want to meet him no I need to meet him he saved my life from depression and suicide
@optimus_legend27 both Peter and Frank were actually at GalaxyCon Raleigh in North Carolina a few years back, don't give up hope! You might meet them yet 😁
Now i want both peter and frank to voice optimus and megatron in one movie again
Thank-you Frank for your tribute to Peter Cullen. To Peter Cullen, I am 54 yrs old, I can remember hearing your voice on Winnie the Pooh, and then later on in Transformers. Even though I was a teen when I watched and listened to Transformers in the 1980s. There was always something special about listening and watching Optimus Prime. Optimus has always shown the traits that I honor the most. Honor, respect, courage, wisdom, and compassion. So Optimus became my hero at a young age. And even at 54, I still have the utmost respect for Optimus. There is something in a voice that says a lot. Thank you Peter for being one of my roll models when I was growing up. And thankyou Larry Cullen for your service and also offering your wisdom to Peter. We may never had heard your voice in public, but in many ways I feel as though we have heard your words thru Optimus. God Bless you Larry and Peter. I still at this age have the utmost respect for you both. I am very grateful to be able to see and hear Optimus Primes voice in any of the modern movies and shows like Transformers Prime. Thanks again.
I was indeed fortunate to had seen the premiere of the G1 Series when I was a little kid, and since then I have been an undying fan, especially of Optimus Prime. His inspiration being based on a real person and even more on Peter Cullen's brother just gives so much meaning to such an iconic and irreplaceable character and his voice actor. This was a long time coming for Peter Cullen and I am glad his long time friend and Character rival to have been together on this for so long. We Roll out with you on your continued dedication Peter "Optimus Prime" Cullen, All as One.
man.... Optimus Prime taught me how to be a decent guy... Mr. Cullen is truly a legend and my perosnal hero.
A thousand congrats to Peter! Frank is just as deserving of this award!
After both Peter Cullen and Frank Welker, Jim Cummings should be the next recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award in animation voice-overs!!!
He truly is greatest voice actor of all time. Love this man. Thank you for being the voice of my favorite character, Optimus. Well earned. ❤️💙🥺
Megatron honoring Optimus Prime. Awesome. 👊 BTW Frank Welker's conversational voice reminds me of Mark Hamill. 😃
Peter and Frank are true national treasures. We must protect them at all costs
❤❤❤ Our Optimus Prime! Semper Fi to his brother, Larry too! Marines inspires AutoBots!❤❤❤
what's amazing here outside of Peter getting the recognition he deserves, and from one of his best friends and fellow voice actor, is how many voices everyone is hearing up on that stage. Yes, we hear OP and Megatron, but think about the others:
Welker: Fred, Yukk, Iceman, Flash (GI Joe), Soundwave, Galvatron, Glove (Bionic Six), Slimer, Peter Venkman (The Real Ghostbusters) Curious George, Uni (Dungeons and Dragons), Jabberjaw, Dynomutt, Dr. Claw, Darkseid, Baby Kermit (Muppet Babies), Wild Bill, Torch (GI Joe), and Scooter (Go-Bots)...
Cullen: Mighty Man, Red Skull, Ironhide, Ramar (GI Joe), Airborne (GI Joe), Nemesis Enforcer (GI Joe), Zandor (Zartan's Brother, GI Joe), King Alfor (Voltron), Cmdr. Hawkins (Voltron Vehicle Force), KARR (Knight Rider), Eeyore..
Sure, we hear OP and Megatron, but 90% of the shows everyone grew up in had one of these two guys' voices in it.
Casually glossing over Scooby after mentioning Fred is surprising 😅
This man is a legend. He and Frank Welker deserve everything for the work they put in. Peter Cullen's dedication and voice are a true testament to what a true hero, character, and overall person should be. This man is more than just Optimus Prime's voice, he is Optimus Prime.
Till all are one
That speech was legendary. And that award was truly earned. Thank you Peter Cullen, our lifelong hero