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What Happened to Elwood Edwards? Voice Actor Passes Away

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Elwood Edwards, the voice recognized by millions of AOL users, passed away on November 5, 2024, at age 74. Known for iconic phrases like “You’ve got mail” and “File’s done,” Edwards’s voice became synonymous with America Online (AOL). Since news of his passing emerged, many have been curious about his career and the circumstances of … Read more

Elwood Edwards, AOL’s Iconic ‘You’ve Got Mail’ Voice, Dead at 74

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Elwood Edwards, the man behind the iconic “You’ve got mail!” greeting on AOL, has died. He was 74. WKYC-TV Studios in Cleveland, Edwards’ former employer, announced the news of his death, which comes following an undisclosed “long illness.” Edwards had worked at the Ohio station as a “graphics guru, camera operator and general jack-of-all-trades.” He … Read more