Though you may have never heard their names, you’ve almost certainly heard their voices.

While it’s easy to conjure up mental images of our favorite animated characters, what’s not as easy is trying to figure out all of the voices behind the animation. The truth is, the iconic animated characters we all know and love wouldn’t have been the same without the actors behind them. Read on to learn about the famous actors and actresses who’ve successfully delved into the world of voice acting and given life and color to these animated films.

In the hierarchy of Hollywood, voice actors tend to occupy a lower rung than their live-action counterparts. This is unfortunate, as the most talented voice actors are often just as recognizable and are often responsible for bringing some of the most beloved animated characters to life.

The fearsome leader of the Decepticons, Megatron, has been represented through various talented voice actors in the Transformers franchise.