Bad Bunny joins 'Toy Story 5' cast as 'Pizza with Sunglasses' character
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny will voice a new character, Pizza con Gafas de Sol, in Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 5'.
- The animated film, set for a June 19 release, will see the reunion of Woody and Buzz Lightyear to face a new threat.
- Alan Cumming joins the cast as Evil Bullseye, an alter ego of Woody's horse, Bullseye.
Global music sensation Bad Bunny is lending his voice to a new character in Disney and Pixar's upcoming 'Toy Story 5'. The Puerto Rican star will portray Pizza con Gafas de Sol, a toy with a "carefree and mysterious style" who belongs to a community of forgotten toys living in an abandoned shed.
The announcement, made by Pixar on Instagram, features the character jumping on screen accompanied by Bad Bunny's distinctive laugh. This marks a significant foray into animation for the artist, who continues to expand his reach beyond the music industry.
Joining the star-studded cast is British actor Alan Cumming, who will make a cameo as Evil Bullseye. This character is described as the alter ego of Bullseye, Woody's loyal horse. Although Bullseye cannot speak in the 'Toy Story' universe, Cumming will voice him during a playful scene.
'Toy Story 5' is slated for release on June 19, seven years after the previous installment. The film promises the return of beloved characters, with Tom Hanks reprising his role as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear. Other returning voice actors include Joan Cusack as Jessie, Conan OโBrien as Smarty Pants, Tony Hale as Forky, and Greta Lee as the new antagonist, Lilypad.
In this new adventure, Woody and Buzz Lightyear will reunite to confront Lilypad, an intelligent tablet that poses a threat to children's lives. The film aims to recapture the magic of the franchise while introducing new characters and conflicts.
With a carefree and mysterious style, Pizza con Gafas de Sol belongs to a small but formidable community of forgotten toys living in an abandoned shed.
Originally published by Proceso Digital in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.