Toy Story fans speculate that Tim Allen, the voice actor for Buzz Lightyear’s beloved Toy Story character, has been fired from the character’s upcoming origin movie because of his outspoken political views.
Allen, 68 years old, was the voice of Buzz Lightyear and Tom Hanks in Woody’s role in the Toy Story films.
After nearly 30 years of portraying the character, Chris Evans, Captain America actor, has replaced him in the upcoming movie ‘Lightyear.
The decision has divided fans of the animated character. Some were critical of Allen’s political removal, while others welcomed Chris Evans’s support and mocked Allen’s conservative stance.
Allen, a Republican staunch, endorsed Donald Trump in 2016. He was quoted as saying that he liked the way Donald Trump pissed off people.
Others argue that the actor’s change was a necessity, as the upcoming “Lightyear” movie will focus more on the character of Lightyear than the toy.
DailyMail.com’s request to comment on Disney Pixar’s response has not been returned by the studio.
Toy Story fans are wondering if Tim Allen, the voice actor of Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story, has been fired from the character’s origin movie. Chris Evans (right), is replacing him due to Evans’ outspoken political views
Coming soon: “Lightyear” will be released on June 17, 2022. This film will tell the origin story of Buzz Lightyear, who has been voiced for almost 30 years by Tim Allen. Chris Evans will portray Lightyear in the upcoming movie. (pictured: Buzz Lightyear from the “Lightyear” teaser trailer.
Allen was the voice of Buzz Lightyear (right), alongside Tom Hanks as Woody (left). He voiced the character in Toy Story 4 in 2019 (image from Toy Story, 1995).
Tim Allen, comedian and actor Tim Allen played Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story (1995 Pixar), which grossed $373m at the box-office and has since become one of the most loved animated films.
Allen reprised the role several times in animated shorts and voiced the animated astrotoy in Toy Story 4.
Toy Story fans were therefore surprised to learn that Allen had been replaced by Chris Evans as Captain American in the role of Buzz Lightyear.
Some welcomed the change while others criticised Pixar for what they believed was a shallow, politically-motivated silencing of an instantly recognisable voice.
Some fans believe that the film will portray Buzz Lightyear, the man. Andy, the Toy Story character, buys an action figure from Andy, the same Buzz Lightyear voiced in Tim Allen’s trailer for ‘Lightyear’.
Fans welcomed Chris Evans’ arrival and chastised Allen because of his political views
Brigitte Gabriel, author, tweeted (right) that Tim Allen was the only person capable to be Buzz Lightyear. Was he fired by Disney for being a Republican.’, while others lamented the loss Allen.
‘So glad Tim Allen isn’t voicing Buzz Lightyear. His political beliefs will negatively impact children who watch the film. He sounds like he’s almost 90 years old. Sorry, we are not sorry. One user tweeted, “Chris Evans is the perfect fit.”
Good morning to all who are happy to see Chris Evans voice Buzz Lightyear’s role instead of Trumper Tim Allen’s.
Brigitte Gabriel, author, tweeted that Tim Allen was the only person capable to be Buzz Lightyear. Is Disney denying him because he is a Republican?
Allen is a strong supporter of former President Donald Trump and a outspoken Republican.
But, it is possible that both sides are missing the point with their outrage.
Others shared their thoughts and explained that the actors were simply changing because the upcoming “Lightyear” film was an origin story about Buzz Lightyear.
They believe that the film will portray Buzz Lightyear the man. Andy is the Toy Story’s’real life’ character. Andy buys an action figure, which is the same Buzz Lightyear voiced and portrayed by Tim Allen.
Others chimed in to say that the change in actors could be explained by the upcoming film ‘Lightyear’, which is an origin story about Buzz Lightyear.
The film’s story has not been revealed much, but Evans was announced as the lead actor.
The film is the 26th Pixar animated feature. It was directed by Angus MacLane, and produced by Galyn Sman.
Evans released a statement on the project, calling it “a dream come true” to voice Buzz Lightyear.
“A dream come true” is a phrase that is often used, but I have never used it more in my entire life. He said that anyone who knows me will know that my love for animated films runs deep.
“I’m so grateful to be a part the Pixar family and to work with such brilliant artists who tell stories that are unlike any other. It’s nothing short of magical to watch their work. I pinch myself every day,’ Evans said via Just Jared.
Lightyear will be released in theaters on June 17, 2022.
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