The original voice of Harley Quinn, Arleen Sorkin, has sadly passed away at the age of 67. Sorkin was best known for her portrayal of the iconic DC Comics anti-hero and her work on the popular soap opera, Days of Our Lives. She left behind a legacy that will be remembered by fans around the world.
Harley Quinn, unlike most superheroes and supervillains, did not originate in comic books. She was actually created for the 1990s cartoon Batman: The Animated Series, where Sorkin brought the character to life. The inspiration for Harley came from Sorkin’s comedic role on Days of Our Lives, where she wore a jester outfit. The creator of Batman: TAS, Paul Dini, saw Sorkin in this costume and knew he had found the perfect actress to portray Harley Quinn.
Sorkin began her television career on Days of Our Lives in the 1980s, playing the role of Calliope Jones. She later brought her comedic energy to Batman: TAS alongside Mark Hamill, who voiced the Joker. Hamill took to social media to express his devastation over Sorkin’s passing, describing her as a wonderful talent and person. Voice actress Tara Strong, who later took over as the voice of Harley Quinn, also credited Sorkin as the originator of the character, calling her a gorgeous and talented goddess.
Since Sorkin’s time as Harley Quinn, the character has been portrayed by many other women in various projects, including Kaley Cuoco in the Harley Quinn animated series, Margot Robbie in several feature films, and Lady Gaga in the upcoming Joker: Folie à Deux.
Sorkin’s death comes less than a year after the loss of Kevin Conroy, the voice actor for Batman in Batman: TAS. The DC community has come together to honor Sorkin’s legacy and remember her as the original voice of Harley Quinn. Tributes from fans have poured in, sharing their favorite moments and acknowledging Sorkin’s contribution to one of the most beloved comic characters of all time.
James Gunn, the boss at DC, took to Instagram to pay tribute to Sorkin, recognizing her incredible talent and the impact she had on the creation of Harley Quinn. He extended his condolences to Sorkin’s family and friends.
Arleen Sorkin leaves behind a lasting legacy as the original voice of Harley Quinn and a beloved actress. Her work will continue to be cherished by fans for generations to come.
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