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I Just Learned How Ben Schwartz Landed The Role Of Sonic And It's Honestly Not As Adorable As I Expected

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Parks and Rec star Ben Schwartz opens up about his unexpected journey to voicing the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog in the latest live-action adaptation.
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  • Schwartz reveals his audition process was far less adorable than expected, involving a series of intense 'Sonic-off' challenges against other actors.
  • Despite initial doubts, Schwartz's natural comedic timing and ability to capture Sonic's boundless energy ultimately sealed the deal, much to the surprise of the studio execs.
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Ben Schwartz, Jaleel White, Sonic the Hedgehog
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