Character's name: "Sam the Snowman (voice)"
Birthday: 06/14/1909
Date of Death: 04/14/1995
Birthplace: Hunt City, Illinois, USA
Biography:
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Burl Icle Ivanhoe Ives (June 14, 1909 – April 14, 1995) was an American singer and actor of stage, screen, radio and television. Ives began as an itinerant singer and banjoist, and launched his own radio show, The Wayfaring Stranger, which popularized traditional folk songs. In 1942 he appeared in Irving Berlin's This Is the Army, and then became a major star of CBS radio. In the 1960s he successfully crossed over into country music, recording hits such as "A Little Bitty Tear" and "Funny Way of Laughin'". A popular film actor through the late 1940s and '50s, Ives's best-known film roles included parts in So Dear to My Heart (1949) and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958), as well as Rufus Hannassey in The Big Country (1958), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Ives is often remembered for his voice-over work as Sam the Snowman, narrator of the classic 1964 Christmas television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, which continues to air annually around Christmas.

Character's name: "Rudolph (voice)"
Birthday: 11/21/1921
Date of Death: 09/10/2010
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography:
Billie Mae Richards (née Dinsmore, November 21, 1921 – September 10, 2010) was a Canadian actress, voice actress and singer who also appeared onstage and on television. She was the voice of Rankin/Bass' version of the Christmas character Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer from 1964 to 1979, and of the Kid in the radio series Jake and the Kid. [biography (excerpted) from Wikipedia]

Character's name: "Yukon Cornelius (voice)"
Birthday: 12/18/1922
Date of Death: 01/06/2014
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Character's name: "Santa Claus / King Moonracer (voice)"
Birthday: 03/17/1899
Date of Death: 04/15/1966
Birthplace: New York, New York

Character's name: "Donner / Clarice's Father / Comet the Coach (voice)"
Birthday: 01/21/1923
Date of Death: 08/29/1985
Biography:
Paul Kligman, a Winnipeg-born actor, displayed remarkable versatility in Canadian entertainment. His career spanned various CBC radio and TV productions, encompassing both comedic and serious roles across stages in Vancouver and Toronto. Graduating from the University of Manitoba, he delved into radio and stage production for the RCAF. Relocating to Toronto in 1949, Kligman excelled in musical comedy and TV, mastering diverse roles, from villains to distinctive characters. His fluency in dialects and multiple languages, coupled with his Jewish heritage, enriched his performances. Beyond comedy, he contributed to dramatic productions like "Socrates" at the Jupiter Theater and Wayne and Shuster's shows. He embraced the uniqueness of radio and TV, finding joy in a wide range of roles, including Mayor McTaggart in "Jake and The Kid." Off-stage, he indulged in gardening and Jewish folklore, aspiring to explore copper artwork. Despite his varied talents, he emphasized the commitment demanded in acting, reflecting on the differences between TV and radio performances. Kligman's mastery of dialects and character roles, alongside his distinctive Canadian voice, set him apart in both documentary and dramatic settings, leaving an enduring legacy in Canadian entertainment.

Character's name: "Clarice (voice)"
Birthday: 07/01/1948
Date of Death: 12/30/2010

Character's name: "Charlie-in-the-Box / Other Reindeer (voice)"
Birthday: 09/15/1919
Date of Death: 07/24/2021
Birthplace: London, England
Biography:
Alfie Scopp was a Canadian actor and voice artist known for his contributions to film, television, and animation. He appeared in various roles throughout his career, showcasing his talent and versatility as an actor. Scopp was also recognized for his voice work in animated series and movies, leaving a lasting impact on the entertainment industry in Canada.

Character's name: "Head Elf / Spotted Elephant / Other Toys (voice)"
Birthday: 01/23/1929
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography:
Carl Banas, born on January 23, 1929 in Toronto, is a retired radio personality and actor. He is well-known for his voice roles in popular shows like Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, Rocket Robin Hood, and The Raccoons: Let’s Dance! Apart from his voice acting career, Carl Banas also appeared on television as a police detective named Byron James in the series Wojeck. He lent his voice to various TV series and features, showcasing his talent and versatility. In addition to his on-screen work, Banas was a beloved radio personality on different Toronto radio stations. His deep voice, smooth manner, and captivating stories about Toronto made him a favorite among listeners. Banas also made his mark in the world of commercials and cartoons, recording voices for numerous TV advertisements and animated shows. Interestingly, he is one of the three surviving cast members from Spider-Man, along with Paul Soles (Spider-Man) and Alfie Scopp (Stan Patterson). All three of them also lent their voices to Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, with Banas portraying the head elf among other characters.

Character's name: "Mrs. Donner / Others (voice)"
Birthday: 08/29/1923
Date of Death: 10/01/2015
Birthplace: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Biography:
Peg Dixon was an actress, known for her contributions to voice acting in animation. She gained recognition for her work in various animated series and movies, lending her voice to iconic characters in Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964), Spider-Man (1967) and The Sub-Mariner (1966). She was married to Ed McNamara and died in October 2015.

Character's name: "Hermey (voice)"
Birthday: 08/11/1930
Date of Death: 05/26/2021
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Biography:
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Paul Robert Soles (11 August 1930 - 26 May 2021) was a Canadian actor and television personality. He was best known as the original voice of Hermey the misfit elf in Rankin/Bass' Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer in 1964. Soles voiced the Bruce Banner character in the 1966 Incredible Hulk cartoon series. He also voiced fellow Marvel superhero Spider-Man in the animated television series also from the late 1960s, and he played "The Lawbreaker" on the CBC panel quiz show This Is the Law in the 1970s, and played Costas Stavros on the Canadian soap opera Riverdale. In 2001, he took over the role of Shylock the Jew in the Stratford Festival of Canada production of The Merchant of Venice after Al Waxman, who was originally scheduled to play the part, died. Soles played Stanley the pizza shop owner in The Incredible Hulk. He also played Danny, the Montréal Customs House janitor in the 2001 crime thriller, The Score.

Character's name: "Doll / Others (voice)"
Birthday: 05/23/1929
Birthplace: Le Roy, New York, USA
Biography:
Corinne Conley, born in upstate Le Roy, New York, and raised in Radford, Virginia, completed her education at the University of Virginia in 1949, majoring in Dramatic Arts. Her illustrious career primarily unfolded in Canada, where she achieved recognition by winning the Canadian Council of Authors and Artists' prestigious Best Actress Award. With a career spanning over half a century, Conley's versatile talent has graced television, film, and voice acting since its inception in 1953.