Alexis Ortega, a widely respected Mexican voice actor best known for portraying Tom Holland’s ‘Spider-Man’ in the Latin American Spanish versions of the Marvel films, has died at the age of 38. His death, confirmed by members of the dubbing community and reported by several Mexican outlets as well as international tabloids, has stunned fans across Latin America.

No official cause of death has been released. Ortega’s family and authorities in Mexico City, where he lived, have not issued statements clarifying the circumstances surrounding his passing.

Death confirmed but cause remains unclear

Reports of Ortega’s death first circulated on 26 and 27 January, with The Beaver–the student newspaper of the London School of Economics–among the earliest to mention the news. Some local outlets stated he died on 24 January, though this has yet to be formally verified.

Details about the circumstances remain limited. There are currently no indications of law enforcement involvement, and foul play is not suspected. Friends, colleagues and fans have been awaiting further clarity from his family or representatives.

The Anime Latin Dub Awards (ALDA) paid tribute in a statement shared on social media, “We regret to inform you of the sensitive passing of actor Alexis Ortega. We send our condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues in the industry. Rest in peace, and we will always remember him in his incredible performances.” (translation)

Celebrated voice of Spider-Man and Tadashi Hamada 

Ortega was a familiar voice for millions of Spanish-speaking viewers. From ‘Captain America: Civil War’ through ‘Avengers: Infinity War’, he voiced Tom Holland’s Peter Parker in the regional dub, delivering the character’s signature humour and youthful vulnerability. For many fans across Latin America, the sound of Spider-Man became inseparable from Ortega’s performances.

On social media, tributes highlighted memorable lines and moments he brought to life.

Before joining the Marvel franchise, Ortega left a significant mark with his portrayal of Tadashi Hamada in Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6’ (released in Latin America as ‘Grandes Héroes’). His warm, steady tone helped define the character of the caring older brother whose loss shapes the film’s story.

A career across major franchises

In addition to his most recognised roles, Ortega contributed to several major Hollywood projects through additional voice work. His credits included ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’, ‘Finding Dory’ and ‘Cars 3’. He also appeared in live-action productions such as ‘Luis Miguel: La Serie’.

Within the dubbing industry, colleagues remembered him as a dedicated and upbeat presence, known for his commitment to capturing emotional nuance in the booth.

Shock and grief across the dubbing community

Ortega’s sudden death sent ripples of disbelief through fans and fellow performers. There had been no public reports of illness, hospitalisation or known health concerns, leading many to express confusion and heartbreak. For a growing generation of viewers, his performances shaped their experiences of some of the most influential animated and live-action films of the past decade.