Tom Kenny
Latest News on Tom Kenny:
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Comes to the Stage at The Ed Asner Family Center (Dec 17, 2024)
Photos: Idina Menzel, Charli D'Amelio & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov 27, 2024)
Photos: Lea Salonga, THE OUTSIDERS Cast & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov 26, 2024)
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Comes to the Stage at The Ed Asner Family Center (Dec 17, 2024)
Photos: Idina Menzel, Charli D'Amelio & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov 27, 2024)
Photos: Lea Salonga, THE OUTSIDERS Cast & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov 26, 2024)
BIO
Thomas James Kenny (born July 13, 1962) is an American actor and comedian. Since 1999, he has gained worldwide recognition for voicing the titular character in SpongeBob SquarePants and associated media. Kenny has voiced many other characters, including Heffer Wolfe in Rocko's Modern Life, the Ice King in Adventure Time and its spinoff Fionna and Cake, the Narrator and Mayor in The Powerpuff Girls, Carl Chryniszzswics in Johnny Bravo, Dog in CatDog, Hank and Jeremy in Talking Tom and Friends, The Penguin in various animated media based on DC Comics, and Spyro from the Spyro video game series. His live action work includes the comedy variety shows The Edge and Mr. Show. Kenny's accolades include two Daytime Emmy Awards and two Annie Awards for his voice work as SpongeBob SquarePants and the Ice King. He is married to fellow voice artist Jill Talley, who plays Karen on SpongeBob SquarePants, with two children.
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Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score
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Video: Watch Clips from THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 30, 2023
BWW Interview: Ethan Slater & Tom Kenny Chat About THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL on DVD
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 21, 2020
VIDEO: Ethan Slater Performs 'Best Day Ever' In SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL: LIVE ON STAGE!
by Linnae Medeiros - Dec 4, 2019
VIDEO: The Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Performs Iconic Songs From the TV Show
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2019
TV: Ethan Slater and Tina Landau Get Ready for Nickelodeon's Bikini Bottom Broadcast!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - Nov 30, 2019
VIDEO: Get a Peek Behind the Curtain With the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2019
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 14, 2019
VIDEO: Get a First Look at the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL in Action
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2019
VIDEO: Watch the Final Curtain Call of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, Including a Speech by Director Tina Landau
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - TBS Premieres New Animated Series FINAL SPACE, 2/26
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 26, 2018
VIDEO: It's the Best Day Ever! Watch the Full BroadwayCon Panel With the Cast of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2018
VIDEO: First Look - TBS Premieres New Animated Series FINAL SPACE, 2/26
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 11, 2018
Songs of SPONGEBOB: How Bikini Bottom Started Singing Long Before Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2017
VIDEO: SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Musical Makes a Splash on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 3, 2017
VIDEO: First Look - Nickelodeon Presents New Halloween SpongeBob Special THE LEGEND OF BOO-KINI BOTTOM
by BWW
News Desk - Oct 13, 2017
VIDEO: First Look - Nickelodeon Presents New Halloween SpongeBob Special THE LEGEND OF BOO-KINI BOTTOM
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 25, 2017
News
IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE Comes to the Stage at The Ed Asner Family Center
Thanks to The Ed Asner Family Center, Hollywood's iconic IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE film script was reanimated! TEAFC hosted its 4th annual theatrical fundraising benefit this past weekend.
Thanks to The Ed Asner Family Center, Hollywood's iconic IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE film script was reanimated! TEAFC hosted its 4th annual theatrical fundraising benefit this past weekend.
Photos: Idina Menzel, Charli D'Amelio & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. Check out additional rehearsal photos featuring Idina Menzel, Charli D'Amelio and more here!
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. Check out additional rehearsal photos featuring Idina Menzel, Charli D'Amelio and more here!
Photos: Lea Salonga, THE OUTSIDERS Cast & More Rehearse for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. Check out reharsal photos here!
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. Check out reharsal photos here!
SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Songwriter Andy Paley Passes Away at 72
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Spongebob Squarepants songwriter and record producer Andy Paley has passed away at the age of 72. Read the full obituary for Andy Paley here.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Spongebob Squarepants songwriter and record producer Andy Paley has passed away at the age of 72. Read the full obituary for Andy Paley here.
How to Watch the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - A Complete Guide
Let's have a parade! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. We have your complete guide on what to tune in for and how to watch!
Let's have a parade! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, one of the nation's most cherished holiday traditions, is getting ready to hit the streets of New York City. We have your complete guide on what to tune in for and how to watch!
THE OUTSIDERS, DEATH BECOMES HER, and More Will Perform on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is returning to kick off the holiday season! The parade will air live on NYC from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. ET/PT on Thursday, Nov. 28. Among the performers this year will be the Broadway casts of “Death Becomes Her,” “Hell’s Kitchen” and “The Outsiders”.
The iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is returning to kick off the holiday season! The parade will air live on NYC from 8:30 a.m. until 12 p.m. ET/PT on Thursday, Nov. 28. Among the performers this year will be the Broadway casts of “Death Becomes Her,” “Hell’s Kitchen” and “The Outsiders”.
San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra And Music Director Radu Paponiu Kick Off First Season Together In November
The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director for the 2024–25 season, marking a new chapter in the orchestra's leadership.
The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director for the 2024–25 season, marking a new chapter in the orchestra's leadership.
Concord Theatricals Awards Schools With THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Licensing Packages
Concord Theatricals has revealed the 10 winners of their Sing Like a Sponge: The SpongeBob Musical Contest. Learn more!
Concord Theatricals has revealed the 10 winners of their Sing Like a Sponge: The SpongeBob Musical Contest. Learn more!
Photos: Newtown Arts Company's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at Zlock Performing Arts Center
Check out photos from Newtown Arts Company's production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL here!
Check out photos from Newtown Arts Company's production of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL here!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Swims Into Newtown In August
Newtown Arts Company will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL from August 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College.
Newtown Arts Company will present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL from August 15-18 at the Zlock Performing Arts Center at Bucks County Community College.
Video: Netflix Debuts Trailer for SAVING BIKINI BOTTOM: THE SANDY CHEEKS MOVIE
Netflix has dropped the first trailer for Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, a new movie based on the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. The film will hit the streamer on August 2, 2024. Watch the trailer now!
Netflix has dropped the first trailer for Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, a new movie based on the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. The film will hit the streamer on August 2, 2024. Watch the trailer now!
Video: Hamish Linklater is Batman in First Trailer for BATMAN: CAPED CRUSADER
Prime Video has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated new animated series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho, Batman: Caped Crusader. The series will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide beginning on Thursday, August 1. Watch the trailer!
Prime Video has released the official trailer for the highly anticipated new animated series from Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho, Batman: Caped Crusader. The series will be available to stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide beginning on Thursday, August 1. Watch the trailer!
Netflix Drops Teaser Posters for SAVING BIKINI BOTTOM: THE SANDY CHEEKS MOVIE
On August 2, Netflix will release Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, a new movie based on the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. Take a look at the new teaser posters here!
On August 2, Netflix will release Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie, a new movie based on the popular animated series SpongeBob SquarePants. Take a look at the new teaser posters here!
Review: SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION at Red Curtain Theatre
There was laughter, there was singing, and each show had a special guest bringing the news about the impending doom. Fun was had by all.
There was laughter, there was singing, and each show had a special guest bringing the news about the impending doom. Fun was had by all.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Comes to Slow Burn Theatre
The 2023/2024 Slow Burn Theatre Company Season culminates with the bold, original musical The SpongeBob Musical Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 23.
The 2023/2024 Slow Burn Theatre Company Season culminates with the bold, original musical The SpongeBob Musical Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 23.
Concord Theatricals Launches SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Contest
Concord Theatricals is launching SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL contest for Title 1 Schools. Learn more and see how to apply!
Concord Theatricals is launching SING LIKE A SPONGE: THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL contest for Title 1 Schools. Learn more and see how to apply!
Video: Watch New Trailer for Season 2 of Apple TV's FROG AND TOAD
Apple TV+ has released the trailer for season two of the adored animated kids and family series “Frog and Toad,” based on the beloved Caldecott and Newbery Honor-winning four-book series by Arnold Lobel, premiering on Friday, May 31. Watch the trailer!
Apple TV+ has released the trailer for season two of the adored animated kids and family series “Frog and Toad,” based on the beloved Caldecott and Newbery Honor-winning four-book series by Arnold Lobel, premiering on Friday, May 31. Watch the trailer!
Roxy Regional School of the Arts to Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION
“Rediscover Friendship” with the family-friendly theatrical sensation The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
“Rediscover Friendship” with the family-friendly theatrical sensation The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, opening at the Roxy Regional Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Video: WOODY WOODPECKER GOES TO CAMP Debuts Trailer
Watch a trailer for the new WOODY THE WOODPECKER film, available on Netflix on April 12th!
Watch a trailer for the new WOODY THE WOODPECKER film, available on Netflix on April 12th!
LA Phil's Deck the Hall & More Lead BroadwayWorld's West Coast Holiday Top Picks
As the festive season sweeps across the country bringing holiday cheer, BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present our selection of must-see shows for December. Check out our West Coast picks!
As the festive season sweeps across the country bringing holiday cheer, BroadwayWorld is thrilled to present our selection of must-see shows for December. Check out our West Coast picks!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Tom Kenny been nominated for?
Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants and Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants.
What awards has Tom Kenny won?
Tom Kenny has won the Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants, and he also received the Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants.
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