Frank Welker is an American voice actor and sound effects creator, known for his extensive work in animation and film. He was born on March 12, 1946, in Denver, Colorado. Welker gained fame for voicing iconic characters such as Fred Jones in the Scooby-Doo franchise and Megatron in the Transformers series. Throughout his career, Welker has contributed to numerous television shows, movies, and video games, making him one of the most prolific voice actors in the industry. His talent for creating unique character voices and sound effects has earned him several awards and a dedicated fan base.