PETER ROBBINS VOICE OF CHARLIE BROWN DEAD AT 65. , RIP

 

Peter Robbins -- the voice behind Charlie Brown -- has tragically died by taking his own life.

Peter's Agent, Dylan Novak, tells TMZ ... Peter checked himself into a mental hospital in California, shortly after Christmas. Novak says Peter was in a bad headspace, and the last time they spoke in Jan. Peter said ... "I really need your prayers."

We're told the hospital staff encouraged Peter to stay there for a few more weeks, but Peter refused ... instead, he discharged himself on Jan 18, 2022. He was found dead sometime after that. Charlie Brown voice actor Peter Robbins passed away at the age of 65. The news of his demise was confirmed to Fox 5 San Diego by his family. According to them, his family disclosed that Robbins committed suicide last week.

While no further details surrounding his death were released, the late actor is known to have suffered from mental illnesses for most of his life. He had bipolar disorder, paranoid schizophrenia, and faced several addictions for which he had been to rehab.

Robbins was best known for his vocal performances as Charlie Brown in multiple cartoon television shorts and a movie featuring the character. He started as the voice behind Charlie Brown in 1965 and appeared in CBS’ 1968 TV series Blondie at the age of 12.

Robbins started voicing Charlie Brown in 1963 and also in several more Peanuts cartoons. He adored the character so much, he had a tattoo of Charlie Brown and Snoopy on his arm.

       

The last time FOX 5 interviewed him was in 2019, when he just got out of prison, speaking about his lifelong battle with mental illness.

“I would recommend to anybody that has bipolar disorder to take it seriously because your life can turn around in the span of a month like it did to me,” Robbins said. “I came out of prison and I’m a better person for it. I’m much more humble and grateful and thankful that I lived through the experience.”

Robbins’ loved ones are asking for privacy at this difficult time. They say they will hold a memorial service for him at a future date.

   

Blauer says he sincerely wishes he could have done more for his dear friend.

“I will always treasure his nickname for me,” Blauer said. “He used to call me ‘Scoop.’ Rest in peace Charlie Brown, say hi to Linus for me up in heaven.”