#25: His Eternal Love For Storytelling

Even as he aged, Newman’s love for storytelling never faded. In 2006, he surprised audiences by voicing Doc Hudson, a wise, retired race car in Pixar’s animated hit Cars. The role was deeply personal—like Doc, Newman had been a racer himself, and his performance carried a nostalgic weight.

For many young viewers, this was their first introduction to Newman’s gravelly, soulful voice. The film became a major success, and Cars became one of Pixar’s most beloved franchises. Newman’s presence gave the film heart, and his character’s mentor role felt like a final farewell from a Hollywood legend.