David Kaufman (actor) facts for kids
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David Kaufman
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Kaufman in 2023
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| Born | July 23, 1961 |
| Alma mater | UCLA |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Lisa Picotte
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| Children | 2, including Grace |
David Kaufman (born July 23, 1961) is an American actor. He is famous for his voice acting in many popular cartoons and shows. You might know his voice as Danny Phantom from the show of the same name. He also voiced Marty McFly in the Back to the Future animated series. David Kaufman is also known for playing Jimmy Olsen in different DC Comics cartoons, starting with Superman: The Animated Series. He often lends his voice to characters that sound like Michael J. Fox.
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David Kaufman's Early Life
David Kaufman was born and grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. He started acting when he was very young. In kindergarten, he even played the main role of Santa Claus in his class Christmas play! When he was 18, Kaufman moved to California. He went to the UCLA to study theater arts.
David Kaufman's Acting Career
After college, David Kaufman became a professional actor. He has worked in many films and television shows. He is especially known for his voice acting roles.
Voice Acting Roles
David Kaufman has voiced many characters that kids love. Here are some of his most famous voice roles:
- Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom in Danny Phantom
- Marty McFly in Back to the Future
- Jimmy Olsen in Superman: The Animated Series and other DC projects
- Dexter Douglas in Freakazoid!
- Stuart Little in the animated series
- Aldrin in The Buzz on Maggie
He has also voiced characters in video games like Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl and Nicktoons Unite!.
Other Acting Work
Besides voice acting, David Kaufman has appeared in live-action shows. He was in an episode of Wings with his wife, Lisa. He also acted in commercials, like one for Hi-C Ecto-Cooler.
David Kaufman's Personal Life
David Kaufman married actress Lisa Picotte on June 30, 1990. They have two children, Grace Kaufman and Henry Kaufman, who are also actors.
David Kaufman's Filmography
Television Series Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1982 | Little House on the Prairie | Carl Edwards | Episode: "A Promise to Keep" |
| 1984-1987 | Down to Earth | Duane Preston | Main role (106 episodes) |
| 1991-1992 | Back to the Future | Marty McFly | Voice, main role (26 episodes) |
| 1995-1997 | Freakazoid! | Dexter Douglas | Voice, 9 episodes |
| 1996-2000 | Superman: The Animated Series | Jimmy Olsen | Voice, recurring role |
| 2003 | Stuart Little | Stuart Little | Voice, main role (13 episodes) |
| 2004-2007 | Danny Phantom | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom, additional voices | Voice, main role |
| 2005-2006 | The Buzz on Maggie | Aldrin Pesky | Voice, 18 episodes |
| 2009 | Star Wars: The Clone Wars | Jaybo Hood | Voice, episode: "Mystery of a Thousand Moons" |
| 2012 | The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes | Human Torch | Voice, 2 episodes |
| 2014-2016 | Doc McStuffins | Sproingo Boingo | Voice, 3 episodes |
| 2015-2018 | Goldie & Bear | Jack, Brix | Voice, recurring role (17 episodes) |
Film Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2001 | Pearl Harbor | Young Nervous Doctor | |
| 2006 | Superman: Brainiac Attacks | Jimmy Olsen | Voice, direct-to-video |
| 2012 | Justice League: Doom | Jimmy Olsen | Voice, direct-to-video |
| 2012 | Superman vs. The Elite | Jimmy Olsen | Voice, direct-to-video |
Video Game Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2002 | Superman: Shadow of Apokolips | Jimmy Olsen | |
| 2004 | Nicktoons Movin' | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2005 | Nicktoons Unite! | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2006 | Nicktoons: Battle for Volcano Island | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2007 | Nicktoons: Attack of the Toybots | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2008 | SpongeBob SquarePants featuring Nicktoons: Globs of Doom | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2021 | Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom | |
| 2023 | Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 | Danny Fenton / Danny Phantom, Ectopuses |
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David Kaufman in 2023
