Last month, one of the main voice actors behind the Teen Titans’ character, Beast Boy, Greg Cipes, announced on his social media platform that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. However, fans and creators alike have expressed their support for him in this challenging time. Recently, Cipes shared some encouraging news with fans who have loved watching him bring the young DC superhero to life since 2003. With his role spanning numerous episodes, specials, films, and series, it’s heartening to know that we may get to enjoy Cipes as Beast Boy for many more years.
In case you haven’t heard the latest, here’s an update from none other than Beast Boy himself, aka Greg Cipes! Exciting news – I’ve managed to overcome skin cancer, COVID-19, heavy metal poisoning, and chronic bone diseases. Now, I’ve been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease, but I’m determined to conquer it just like before. Join me on this healing journey as we celebrate together and learn a lot along the way. See you soon! Greg is looking forward to sharing his experiences with all of you.
Beast Boy Triumphant
In his latest social media update, Greg Cipes expresses gratitude to both Warner Bros and fans for allowing him to animate Beast Boy across different eras. He posted a video, which you can view below, accompanied by a heartfelt message: “Thank you, Warner Bros, for keeping me employed as the Beast Boy I created for 25 years, even through my Parkinson’s journey. I am feeling great! Let’s illuminate Parkinson’s Awareness Month together!
Appreciation to Warner Bros for allowing me to portray my creation, Beast Boy, for a quarter century, even during the challenges of Parkinson’s. I’m doing great! Let’s join hands to illuminate Parkinson’s Awareness Month! #BeastBoy #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsDisease @ParkinsonDotOrg
Gratitude to Warner Bros for giving me the chance to play my character, Beast Boy, for 25 years, even amidst Parkinson’s issues. I’m feeling fine! Let’s unite in shedding light on Parkinson’s Awareness Month! #BeastBoy #ParkinsonsAwareness #ParkinsonsDisease @ParkinsonDotOrg)
— Greg Cipes (@GregCipes) April 11, 2025
Greg Cipes is most recognized for his portrayal of Beast Boy, but throughout his career he’s lent his voice to several significant franchises. Some of these roles include Kevin Levin from Ben 10, Iron Fist in Ultimate Spider-Man, Michelangelo in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and numerous others. In 2013, Greg reprised the role of Beast Boy for Teen Titans Go, a much more humorous and absurd series that follows on from the original Cartoon Network Teen Titans series.
Our thoughts are with Greg Cipes, his family, and friends during this difficult time.
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2025-04-11 18:41