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Jim Hanks Voices Woody
- Jim Hanks, Tom Hanks' brother, voices Woody in many tie-ins like toys and games.
- His voice matching is so perfect that many think the toy voice is Tom's actual voice.
Role of Sound-Alikes
- Sound-alikes keep iconic characters' voices consistent across media for Disney and Pixar.
- They add value by voicing games, toys, rides, ensuring brand integrity beyond the original actor.
Jim Learned Woody's Voice
- Jim Hanks had never done Woody's voice before being cast as a sound-alike.
- He learned by mimicking Tom Hanks and adjusting projection and tone.