The voice of Mickey Mouse in the 2023 short film Once Upon a Studio, Chris Diamantopoulos has navigated a diverse career across stage, television, and film. Born in Toronto on May 9, 1975, to Greek immigrant parents, he maintains dual citizenship and balances a professional life that spans theatrical productions and animation voice work.
Early Development and Theatre
Diamantopoulos attended East York Collegiate Institute in Toronto. By the age of nine, he began appearing in television commercials and professional theatre. At eighteen, he left home to join various national tours. His stage experience later extended to Broadway, where he performed leading roles in The Full Monty in 2002 and Les Misérables in 2003. He returned to Broadway in 2017 to star in the musical Waitress.
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He appeared in the miniseries The Starter Wife and sitcoms including The Office, Arrested Development, and Episodes. On the big screen, he portrayed Moe Howard in the 2012 film The Three Stooges. Recent film credits include Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever, and The Boys in the Boat. As of August 28, 2026, he holds a role as an agent in the Apple TV series Dark Matter.
Voice Acting Career
Diamantopoulos became a primary voice for Mickey Mouse in retro-styled productions, including the television series of the same name, The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse, and the short film Once Upon a Studio. His performance in the former earned him two Emmy Award nominations. Additionally, he has provided voice work for multiple characters in the Prime Video animated series Invincible.
Fast facts
- Born: May 9, 1975, Toronto, Canada
- Citizenship: Canada, Greece
- Education: East York Collegiate Institute
- Spouse: Becki Newton
- Notable Broadway Credits: The Full Monty, Les Misérables, Waitress
- Mickey Mouse Voice: 2013 to present
- Languages: English, Greek
Questions readers ask
What is his connection to the Mickey Mouse character?
He voices Mickey Mouse in retro-styled productions, including The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse and Once Upon a Studio, aiming for a vocal quality similar to Walt Disney.
Is Chris Diamantopoulos married?
Yes, he married Becki Newton in 2005. The couple has four children born between 2010 and 2022.
