Hazbin Hotel Stars Talk Voice Acting

Introduction to Hazbin Hotel

Hazbin Hotel, created by Vivienne Medrano, follows the story of Charlie Morningstar, daughter of Lillith and Lucifer, as she endeavors to open a hotel in Hell to rehabilitate demons and offer them a chance at redemption. With the support of her girlfriend, Vaggie, Charlie faces numerous challenges in her quest to save the sinners of Hell from Heaven's wrath. The pilot for the series debuted in 2019, sparking a Kickstarter campaign that quickly built a dedicated fan base. The show features a stellar voice cast, including Erika Henningsen, Stephanie Beatriz, Blake Roman, Amir Talai, Keith David, Alex Brightman, Kimiko Glenn, Joel Perez, and Christian Borle.

Charlie in Hazbin Hotel standing at bottom of stairs and holding her hands wide

Screen Rant recently interviewed Jessica Vosk and Daphne Rubin-Vega, two of the talented voices behind the characters in Hazbin Hotel. The interview shed light on their roles and the collaborative process of bringing their characters to life through voice acting. Both actors expressed their excitement and enthusiasm for being a part of the project.

Charlie and Vaggie in Hazbin Hotel

Insights into the Characters

In the interview, Jessica Vosk discussed her character, Lute, an antagonistic angel exorcist, and hinted at the surprises in store for viewers. Daphne Rubin-Vega shared details about her character, Carmella Carmine, a weapons dealer from Hell and an overlord, emphasizing the complexity and depth of her character's role in the series. Both actors expressed their admiration for the creator's vision and the opportunity to bring these unique characters to life through voice acting. They highlighted the collaborative nature of the project and the creative freedom they were given to enrich their characters.

Elsi Lovelock as Charlie Morningstar in a scene from Hazbin Hotel.

Jessica and Daphne also reflected on their initial thoughts upon receiving the script for Hazbin Hotel and the distinct qualities they aimed to bring to their respective roles. They emphasized the importance of portraying the nuances and complexities of their characters, adding depth and authenticity to the animated world of Hazbin Hotel.

The Radio Demon sitting in a radio broadcast room speaking into a microphone.

The Art of Voice Acting

The interview delved into the process of recording voiceovers for Hazbin Hotel. Both Jessica and Daphne shared their experiences of working individually in the recording booth and praised the post-production team for seamlessly integrating their performances to create a cohesive and captivating narrative. They expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to lend their voices to animated characters and the unique challenges and rewards of voice acting.

The Morningstar Family in Hazbin Hotel

As the series continues to captivate audiences with its innovative approach to storytelling and its diverse cast of characters, the interview provided valuable insights into the creative journey of bringing animated characters to life through voice acting. Jessica and Daphne's perspectives offered a behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative and immersive process of voice acting for Hazbin Hotel.

Charlie and Vaggie with Vaggie holding a spear.