About Tom Kenny
Thomas James Kenny (born July 13, 1962) is an American actor and comedian, best known for voicing the title character in SpongeBob SquarePants and associated media since its debut in 1999. Born and raised in Syracuse, New York, he met lifelong friend Bobcat Goldthwait in first grade, and the two began performing stand-up in their mid-teens under the monikers Tomcat and Bobcat. After college, Kenny performed stand-up comedy around the country for about eight years before moving on to other venues. His live-action work includes the sketch comedy series The Edge and Mr. Show with Bob and David, while his many voice roles include the Ice King in Adventure Time, Spyro in the Spyro video game series, and the Narrator and Mayor in The Powerpuff Girls. His accolades include two Daytime Emmy Awards and two Annie Awards. Kenny also voiced Heffer Wolfe in Rocko鈥檚 Modern Life, which began in 1993. He received Daytime Emmy Awards for his performance as SpongeBob in 2018 and 2020.
Guest appearances (3)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Tom Kenny.
Guest appearances 1 to 3 of 3.
2:35WTF - Tom Kenny talks voice acting.
Marc Maron
13K views
10:41TOM KENNY on "COMICS ONLY w PAUL PROVENZA" (Ep140-1992)
Paul Provenza
8.8K views
1:19:55420 - The Chirping Crickets - Tom Kenny
Josh Adam Meyers
373 viewsChannels on this page: Marc Maron, Paul Provenza, Josh Adam Meyers
Frequently asked questions
Who voices SpongeBob SquarePants?
Tom Kenny has voiced the title character in SpongeBob SquarePants and associated media since its debut in 1999.
How did Tom Kenny start doing stand-up?
Tom Kenny and his friend Bobcat Goldthwait began performing stand-up in their mid-teens under the names Tomcat and Bobcat.
How long did Tom Kenny work as a stand-up comedian?
After college, Tom Kenny performed stand-up comedy around the country for about eight years before moving on to other venues.
Which sketch shows was Tom Kenny part of?
His live-action work includes the sketch comedy series The Edge and Mr. Show with Bob and David.
What other characters does Tom Kenny voice?
His voice roles include the Ice King in Adventure Time, Spyro in the Spyro video game series, and the Narrator and Mayor in The Powerpuff Girls.
What awards has Tom Kenny won?
Tom Kenny's accolades for his work include Daytime Emmy Awards as well as Annie Awards.
When was Tom Kenny born?
Thomas James Kenny was born on July 13, 1962, and was raised in Syracuse, New York.
