Original Harley Quinn Voice Actress Arleen Sorkin Passes Away

Arleen Quinn’s voice was created by Arleen Quinn. She was 67.

It was revealed last night. Sorkin’s credits span numerous sitcoms and other TV series throughout the ‘80s, but her biggest break came in the launch of 1992’s Batman: The Animated Series. Creator Paul Dini wanted to introduce a new character to serve as the Joker’s one-off sidekick. After viewing an episode Days of Our LivesDini, inspired by the dream sequence in which Sorkin plays a medieval jester courtier, contacted Sorkin and asked her to play a new villain on a one-time basis. Her now-iconic portrayal of Harley Quinn resonated with fans, and she became the breakout character of the show. Harley Quinn was so well-liked that DC included her in the official canon of comic books just one year later, in 1993.

I am devastated by the news that Arleen is no longer with us. It’s not just about a great talent; it is also about a person who has a lot of heart. Not only am I grateful to have known her as a friend, but also to have worked together. 🙏 Sending my heartfelt condolences to her family & loved ones. 💔 pic.twitter.com/g1Mb3BWoKn

— Mark Hamill (@MarkHamill) August 27, 2023

Sorkin voiced Harley Quinn in the DC Animated Universe for 20 years. Static ShockThe following are some examples of how to get started: Justice League. Sorkin’s role as Harley was reprised in video games by Sorkin in Batman: Vengeance. But, the most renowned of all is Batman: Arkham Asylum. Tara Strong will take on the role for the sequels. Sorkin’s final video game appearance as Harley was 2012’s DC Universe Online.

Arleen, the voice of Harley Quinn, has passed away. She also played Harley Quinn for the first time in Batman: The Animated Series. Her loved ones, and the millions of fans who adored her are in our thoughts.

— Rocksteady Studios (@RocksteadyGames) August 27, 2023