Sam Lavagnino

Sam Lavagnino, born on June 29 2006 in Los Angeles California United States, is an American actor whose career began astonishingly early and has continued to flourish into his teenage years. He is the son of voice actress Hope Levy and screenwriter Tom Lavagnino, a creative household that undoubtedly nurtured his talent and provided early exposure to the entertainment industry. At just fourteen months old he appeared on the cover of TIME magazine dressed as Albert Einstein, a quirky moment that hinted at a future in front of the camera and microphone. By the age of two he was already recording voice work, and his official years active are recorded as 2008‑present, making him one of the youngest continuously working performers in contemporary animation. His breakout role came in 2013 when he was cast as Catbug for the web series Bravest Warriors, a half‑cat half‑ladybug character renowned for whimsical comments and an instantly recognizable voice that charmed audiences worldwide. He promoted the series at Comic‑Con 2013 at seven years old and returned for an autograph session in 2014, demonstrating a level of professionalism rare for his age. In addition to Catbug, Lavagnino lent his voice to the trailer for the 2014 feature The Boxtrolls, and in 2015 he voiced the younger version of Grizzly in the popular series We Bare Bears, further cementing his reputation as a versatile voice actor. His work expanded into the Asdfmovie series where he played Mr Muffin, and he landed his first leading role as the exuberant puppy Rolly in the Disney Junior show Puppy Dog Pals, showcasing his ability to carry a show as a central character. Lavagnino also contributes voices to Pepper Corn and the Alien King on Summer Camp Island and portrays Blodger Blop on Miles From Tomorrowland, illustrating a broad range across children’s programming and internet‑based animation. Throughout his career he has balanced school, family life, and a demanding recording schedule, proving that his early start has not hindered his growth but rather fostered a disciplined work ethic. Today, Sam Lavagnino continues to be a prominent figure in voice acting, with a portfolio that reflects both his youthful charm and his evolving skill set.