'Sonic' Voice Actor Jason Griffith Reacts to Keanu Reeves' Casting
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- Voice actor Jason Griffith isn't losing sleep over Keanu Reeves stepping in to play the character he voiced in the "Sonic the Hedgehog" video games and TV series.
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Shadow's voice actor saying Keanu Reeves voicing Shadow is an honor is so wholesome! Thank you, Jason.
Yep
Former voice actor
@@TKnHappyNessthe best
There's *_NO WAY_* Jason Griffith is interviewed by TMZ!
Yes way. >:)
@@MaverickMagnus No Way😆😅😂🤣
We are definitely in a crazy timeline
"Way."
*Jumps into big hole.*
No "damn" way(I miss that word "damn")
"Just be yourself, Keanu." Well said, Jason.🙂
Round of applause for this man!
When you know Keanu's past and how he is in real life, I think Jason couldn't have said it better.
If it’s one thing Keanu and Jason share, it’s love and humility for their part in entertainment.
Agreed 💯
Besides voicing shadow
Keanu takes away struggling actors to make it big and respected.
I was in acting class with Jason. Great guy. Humble. Incredibly talented.
I wish I was.
I was in art class with someone named A. Dolf.
@@xavierhouston4650Nice one
I hate The type of people that have your audacity to brag about being in a class with somebody like this. this is not true and you have no proof so just stop being a narcissist please.
@@colesworld2565 he wasn’t bragging, he was just sharing his experience with Jason. Nothing narcissistic about it
"Just be yourself, Keanu."
Honestly, that's probably all Keanu needs to do to pull off a good Shadow.
"He wants the greatest good, but he comes from shadows".
Dang, such a logical, yet brilliant description of shadow.
Him saying “so just be yourself, Keanu” low key makes it sound like Keanu comes from a similarly dark place. But maybe I was reading into it too much 😂
@@kenryutohe means it in a positive sense keanu has his way of acting that’s exclusive to him
Jason is the best Sonic & Shadow voice of all time.
Preach
I'm more of a Roger Craig Smith sonic voice myself but I agree Jason is just as great
EXACTLY NO ONE IS BETTER THAN HIM
@@john64-z Roger gotta be the worst one but if you grew up with him I understand
@@akdreamer6497 bruh I grew up with Roger and even I think Ryan and Jason are miles better lol
The fact he was never bitter towards Roger Craig Smith, Ben Schwartz, Kirk Thornton and Keanu Reeves show how much of a class act Jason is
He and Roger will always be favorite voices for Sonic
I'm a 27 year old man, Jason Griffith will always be the voice of Sonic and Shadow in my heart now and forever
Same here turned 27 2 days ago & Jason & Ryan are the best sonic VAs Roger is the worst
@@walklytekel5713 Roger is my least favorite, but he's not "the worst", and remember, actors are people too, they could be reading this and your words would hurt. Keep that in mind.
@@innocentzbat criticism & scrutiny comes with the territory
10 years younger than you. You're still right. Roger's weird American version of Ezio Auditore has nothing on Jason's performance.
Boi please
I’m the same age and damn sure know Ryan and David kicked his ass so hard
“He's only the second most popular character in the whole canon!!!” -Sonic Boom
I love the fact that he accepted Keanu Reeves to voice Shadow because not only is he familiar in his line of work, but he also knows him personally to be the kind of person who can pull it of in ways that most people can’t; even though Jason got the role for replacing David Humphrey back in the day and became just as iconic as his predecessor. Furthermore, he’s aware that any negative output towards this direction would tarnish his reputation and career as a whole. As a veteran, he’s hypothetically passing the torch to Reeves like he did with Roger Craig Smith. No matter the outcome, Jason Griffith has and always will be my Sonic and Shadow the Hedgehog. 🦔💙❤🖤
Didn't know TMZ were Sonic fans. Only the true ones know about Jason Griffith's Sonic.
Straight up
You’re too slow
I remember when they were talking all about Sonic's ugly design when it came out
Yessir
@@tjz3158
C’MON STEP IT UP
Got to get David Humphrey and Kirk Thornton's opinion on Keanu Reeves playing Shadow.
David would be good. I wanted Keanu purely because he's the closest big celebrity voice to David.
Nah we don't care about Kirk lol
@@TimTacTV Who is "we"?
@@TimTacTVThat's a little harsh...
@@ALegendaryBlueHedgethe sonic community
Jason is the best Sonic voice actor 🔥🔥🔥
He also jet's and shadow's voice
@@ultimatehedghogshadow926 yep! He’s the best one for them, too! Personally, the old jet voice is better than the new, it’s funnier and sounds less generic to me, no disrespect to the new.
@@alexanderjackson9239 New ? The last time we heard Jet was 14 years ago lol
@@thespider-boy9497 I meant latest lol
Indeed man 👍🔥
This man is truly humble. Even when he couldn’t reprise his role as Shadow, he’s not bitter about it at all. I wish the best for whatever the future holds.
To me that doesn’t mean he would be “bitter”
@@Joliedesuu exactly.
"He wants the greater good, but he comes from this place of shadows" Wow, such a simple yet perfect way to describe the characters of Shadow
Jason you’re the man 😎💙🩵🖤❤️
Jason to me is the best sonic and shadow with all due respect to the others.
Same
Yes and always with be mine too and is why I find it unfair I’m sorry
@@Joliedesuunot really if the voice actor is really happy about it
@@tylerprime9555 well if Jason “really” is happy about it that means he probably wouldn’t want to be shadow so I doubt that’s the case
@@Joliedesuu I mean the video shows him saying he hoped it was Keanu voicing him and is happy it happened, so idk what to tell ya.
Jason Griffith is my absolute favorite shadow voice actor and forever will be I can’t wait to hear what Keanu is gonna do for shadow
Jason was MY Shadow growing up. I watched Sonic X growing up and honestly I think Keanu is going to smash the role!
I love how you can hear Sonic in his voice.
Love Jason as both sonic and shadow. Best shadow voice actor imo.
Never thought Jason would interviewed on TMZ , i didn’t think he had that much attention outside of sonic but this is cool asf
Jason Griffith was my favorite sonic voice actor of my generation
People who love Jason Griffith as shadow is the equivalent of people who love Rodger Craig Smith as Sonic, they both made the role so iconic, that its hard to not hear them as sonic and shadow when they talk.
Such a nice response! Jason has all my respect. Also great advice, this guy really understands the character
When he said Shadow is not evil, he may not be evil per se now, but let’s not forget where he started. He was fully committed to exterminating every living creature on earth with the eclipse cannon.
Gerald did mess with his mind tbf
@@Aktedya1-jt7vw That’s not an excuse for genocide though.
You may be right about that but I think if Vegeta from DBZ can redeem himself then so can Shadow in my opinion.
@@user-ch2zr1mw8z I’m not familiar with dragonball z’s story, but I just wonder where this idea came from that you can do good to outweigh the bad you’ve done. Try that in court. “Judge, I’m a good person, I have changed!” “Ok but you were still found guilty of murdering three children with a machete.” You think the judge would let a guilty person free because he is sorry? People seem to think God will do this because they are “good people”. Are they? Are you? How many lies have you told in your life? Have you ever stolen something, even if it’s small? Have you ever used God’s name in vain? Jesus said whoever looks at a woman and lusts for her commits adultery with her in his heart. Have you ever looked with lust? If you have done any of these things or committed any other sin, you are in danger of going to hell forever. That’s eternal pain and suffering without end. No amount of good you can do can redeem yourself. The wages of sin is death. That’s the bad news but here is the good news. The Ten Commandments are called the moral law, you and I broke that law, Jesus paid the fine. He lived a perfect life, died, rose again and was seen by hundreds of people, then ascended into heaven. If you had court fines and someone else paid them, you’re off the hook! And God promises to let you avoid hell and have eternal life and joy with Him after death not because of any work you have done, but because of the work Jesus did on the cross. It’s why He said “it is finished” before He died. Paid in full. If you’ll put your trust in Jesus to save you, and repent of your sins, you will be saved! Repentance is also crucial. Do you think God would save you if you say “I can kill whoever I want cuz Jesus died for my sins!”? Of course not. So confess your sins to the Lord and repent, then put your faith in Jesus to save you. He is the Son of God, fully God and fully man. Only His work can save you. Sin has to be paid for, who is paying for yours? Either Jesus already paid, or you will forever in hell. Your choice.
I still wish Jason would come back and play Shadow.
And Sonic too. The fact that both voices were so distinctive despite being the same actor is perfect, as they really are mirrors of each other.
I dont like shadows boom voice at all
@faust5727 he been voicing shadow for awhile now
@@faust5727 it wasn't that bad.
@@9773an Yes thats why I pointed it out
Jason is my favorite Sonic voice, I always use mods to add him back to the newer games
What a guy Keanu Reeves is
1:20 - 1:35 Jason pretty much cites the exact reasons why I thought he would very likely say no even if he had been asked to voice Shadow Sonic 3.
He has said in the past that as gutted as he was when he was sacked as Sonic (& obvs Shadow) 15 years ago, he rather thinks it was a good thing now in that these characters need a fresh change of scene/voice every now and then so they can evolve and have flexibility and continuity etc.
Sure, Jason’s take on Shadow is my favourite to date and will always have a special meaning in my cultural life & childhood memories, but I do think he’s right - I was worried that had he voiced Shadow in Sonic 3 then it would have shown a certain sense of idleness and getting too attached to fan favourite versions of these characters and stuff (although even then, unfortunately, it’s not like Jason’s Shadow voice would still sound now as it did 15-20 years ago when he was still voicing Shadow in the games and cartoons, which I suppose would have been a lot of people’s motive for wanting him back in the role for the movies).
And in the meantime I suppose I should say that I too am excited to see and hear a fresh take on our favourite red-striped anti-heroic hedgehog in this new scenario for him on the big screen and in live action, especially when it’s an actor as great as Keanu 😎🖤❤️
My thoughts exactly, I adore Jason, but I was not in agreement with fans who wanted him for the movie, the movies aren’t the games, I want to see them do their own things with these characters and give other actors the opportunity to give their take on these legacy characters instead of retreading old ground for the sake of pleading nostalgia blinded fans. Jason clearly still loves these characters and that’s great, but he’s been in this business a long time and understands the importance of passing the torch onto other actors letting them be able to experience voicing these characters as he once did.
Very well said! I’ll be honest, I wasn’t really expecting him to reprise his role as the black blur. Don’t get me wrong, I love Jason Griffith and I would’ve love it had he reprised his role, but what we know now is 10x better!
I actually thought that Hayden Christensen would’ve been Shadow with the rumors that came out, lol. I honestly think he would’ve nailed it had he voiced Shadow. Either way, I’m super happy that Keanu is voicing the ultimate lifeform!
@@SomethingNowhereMan Me too 🦔🖤❤️
Jason Griffith is hands down the best voice actor for sonic and shadow
Well, I never thought I'd see a Sonic voice actor on TMZ, but here we are.
Awesome response, very respectable. I honestly wish we did get Jason for the movie though, but I know Keanu will give a great performance.
I love how even now, Jason is THE Sonic voice to most fans. He's Sonic and forever will be, his impact is no joke. Sonic, Shadow and Jet always end up sounding like Jason's interpretation in my mind.
WE MISS YOU JASON!!
This man just earned all of my respect👌🇿🇦💯
Jason Griffith is a class act!
The GOAT has spoken, would've loved to see at least a cameo role offered to him for the movie
Jason 🥹
True but why isn't David Humphrey anywhere? Jason is the GOAT but David Humphrey is the OG.
They need to bring this man back to the sonic games he was the best sonic and shadow
The best sonic VA. I grew up with Jason so his era of sonic is Prime Sonic too me, I remember hearing sonics voice for the first time and it being so snarky and cool, he made sonic cool.
Love his honesty❤
Keanu is amazing and to have the original be cool and honored by it.
Wow the moment I read Keanu I had a feeling he’d be playing Shadow!!!! Voices are definitely similar
TMZ of all media giving sonic news 😂
Im glad Jason is cool with keanu playing shadow. He was also rooting him to play that character.
Yooo the goat!! Definitely my Sonic and Shadow👏🏼💯
I miss you Jason 😭
I think everyone forgets Jason also voiced shadow
Exactly and a very good one 💯
You're the man, J. Griff!
I love Jason and I'm glad that he's supportive of Keanu getting the role
Love Jason’s take on this 🥹
He will always be my favorite shadow voice 💜
Glad to see you Jason thanks for the amazing childhood.
Jason will always be the best Shadow AND Sonic voice
Jason Griffiths has been my favorite voice actor for both Sonic and Shadow throughout my childhood and even though I was hoping that he might reprise his role as shadow in the upcoming third movie I am very excited to see how Keanu Reeves will perform as the character love you Jason always and forever 👍🖤🦔
Best sonic and shadow ever.
Jason Griffith really grew to become Mark Ruffalo's twin brother
One of the most wholesome things you could watch. I definitely would have flipped if Jason was being shadow for the movie but like he said they're sharing the character now... and that's just too cool!
Ahhh yea Jason Griffin my favorite sonic and shadow Jason we love u. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Jason Griffith is the best
Dawg istg this Youtubue channel is stuck in 2007 and I kind of love it
Supportive, brilliant. Remember no man can do anything forever
Yes Keanu absolutely I can't wait to watch 😍 🙌 ❤
The GOAT Sonic/Shadow voice actor!!!!
I honestly was expecting Jason to reprise his role as Shadow for this movie! But to hear how humble he is about this casting shows how remarkable he truly is.
Though, after rewatching the first Sonic Movie, I’m kind of hoping that Sonic makes a quip about how someone who “looks” like him sounds similar to Keanu lol
The legend himself! Grew up on Sonic X and one of my fav games Sonic Unleashed
I met Jason a couple months ago in Florida, such an amazing guy, so humble.
Jason is so nice about Keanu Reeves being shadow instead of Jason.🎉
I want you to be the voice actor of sonic again jason griffith!
@@Rem4in I know that
I've felt like such a target demographic for a TMZ video
Man, I love Keanu and Jason.
Believe it or not I actually met Jason Griffith at a meet and greet (nicest guy ever btw) and I asked him about how he feels about shadow being in Sonic 3 and this is what he said.
I desperately need Jason back as Sonic or Shadow in some form of media. His voice is truly Sonic to me
I am gratitude for his reaction to Keanu for being cast of Shadow. 🙏🏽
If anyone in Hollywood is worthy of admiration or role model status, it's him. Great work ethic, kind heart, and generous to his fellow man.Meeting him in person was truly remarkable
Who would of thought a goalie side character in Young blood from the 80's would become one of the most beloved actors ever.i would go to every length to meet him too ,How did you manage to meet him?
I saw a Reeves interview on E-news about his interactions with fans. Intrigued, I researched and joined the exclusive fan club by Radiant Reservation. Members have a chance to meet Reeves at the end of each month.
Great wholesome interview
What seeing Jason on TMZ is wild, of course we all really wish they could have gotten Jason for the role but still they made a choice and still a decent pick. Jason being a homie and encouraging Keanu to play the part genuine and without worry by being himself is awesome.
Nah this guy will forever be our shadow no doubt! The fans miss him 🙏
“If the world chooses to become my enemy, I will fight like I always have!!”
Jason, you’re GOATED
God damn i miss his voice
I miss him
Jason is the best Sonic/Shadow
Jason Griffith is by far the best voice of sonic in the franchise, and I’m glad he approved Keanu voicing Shadow.
Jason!!! He is such a cool person to meet.
Breathtaking
He is the ultimate breathtake
Jason Griffith best Sonic/Shadow actor nobody will ever top him!
💯💯
When i think of shadow i think of Jason's voice but im excited to see Keanu as shadow this time around.
Oh Jason Griffith, what I wouldn't give to have you and the others to be back voice acting the sonic characters again, just as you have when Shadow the Hedgehog game was released to the world.
I can't believe I watched something from TMZ...
And liked it!? 😱
Jason is the best Sonic/Shadow voice actor ever his voice fits them both! Im glad Jason gave out his blessing to Keanu to play as shadow!
Didn't expect him to be so approval of Keanu as Shadow
This is so cool I love how positive this guy is jason is the best
They need to bring Jaleel White in for at least a cameo. He’s voiced several roles in the Sonic franchise.
This dude is my favorite Sonic and Shadow
Hello there Jason Griffith Who Voiced Sonic and Shadow on Sonic X🦔💙🦔🖤❤️ You are a Incredible Actor, and a Wonderful Person 😍 ❤️ SONIC "GOTTA GO FAST"🌀 SHADOW "I AM THE ULTIMATE LIFE FORM"
He also voiced Sonic and Shadow in the video games from 2005-2010
@@marcus5528 OK! Thanks so very much Marcus 😊❣️
Just seen the Sonic Symphony last nite and the freaking roof came off when the crowd seen Shadow for the first time 😂
This is my childhood sonic and the voice I still here when reading comics. The 4kids tv voice group are still my favorite
Yugioh, sonic, chaotic, all of it
In one way it sucks he isn't voicing Shadow or even Sonic, but I'm glad he is able to pass the torch for the movie and give his support to Keanu. It shows good spirit. I'm looking forward to seeing my favorite hedgehog on the big screen.
I do really wish Jason could have returned for the role a long last but Im really excited to see how Keanu portrays the character
My top number one favorite sonic voice actor of all time