Tom Kenny
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BIO
Thomas James Kenny (born July 13, 1962) is an American actor and comedian. Since 1999, he has gained worldwide recognition for voicing the titular character in SpongeBob SquarePants and associated media. Kenny has voiced many other characters, including Heffer Wolfe in Rocko's Modern Life, the Ice King in Adventure Time and its spinoff Fionna and Cake, the Narrator and Mayor in The Powerpuff Girls, Carl Chryniszzswics in Johnny Bravo, Dog in CatDog, Hank and Jeremy in Talking Tom and Friends, The Penguin in various animated media based on DC Comics, and Spyro from the Spyro video game series. His live action work includes the comedy variety shows The Edge and Mr. Show. Kenny's accolades include two Daytime Emmy Awards and two Annie Awards for his voice work as SpongeBob SquarePants and the Ice King. He is married to fellow voice artist Jill Talley, who plays Karen on SpongeBob SquarePants, with two children.
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Awards and Nominations
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BroadwayWorld Awards - 2018 - Best Score
Tom Kenny, SpongeBob SquarePants
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score
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Videos
Video: THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS Debuts New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-13 11:48:56
Video: Watch the Trailer for ADVENTURE TIME: FIONNA AND CAKE Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-13 11:51:37
Video: THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS Teaser Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-07-09 13:02:44
Video: Watch Clips from THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL at The Chopin Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-07-30 14:28:52
BWW Interview: Ethan Slater & Tom Kenny Chat About THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL on DVD
by Sarah Jae Leiber - 2020-10-21 17:10:52
VIDEO: Ethan Slater Performs 'Best Day Ever' In SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL: LIVE ON STAGE!
by Linnae Medeiros - 2019-12-04 13:29:24
VIDEO: The Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Performs Iconic Songs From the TV Show
by Stephi Wild - 2019-11-24 10:38:06
TV: Ethan Slater and Tina Landau Get Ready for Nickelodeon's Bikini Bottom Broadcast!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2019-11-30 09:01:00
VIDEO: Get a Peek Behind the Curtain With the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - 2019-11-17 11:37:05
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-11-14 09:07:18
VIDEO: Get a First Look at the Touring Cast of THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL in Action
by Stephi Wild - 2019-10-08 07:55:23
VIDEO: Watch the Final Curtain Call of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS, Including a Speech by Director Tina Landau
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-17 06:03:12
News
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL to Open ThinkTank Theatre's Season at freeFall
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
ThinkTank Theatre will open its 26/27 season with THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL in collaboration with freeFall Theatre's Tandem Series, featuring a cast of area favorites and Young Artists' Ensemble members.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2026
ThinkTank Theatre will open its 26/27 season with THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL in collaboration with freeFall Theatre's Tandem Series, featuring a cast of area favorites and Young Artists' Ensemble members.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL To Be Presented By North Star Theater Company
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 18, 2026
North Star Theater Company has announced that they will bring the colorful world of Bikini Bottom to the stage with Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical at Wallkill Valley Regional High School.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 18, 2026
North Star Theater Company has announced that they will bring the colorful world of Bikini Bottom to the stage with Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Musical at Wallkill Valley Regional High School.
SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL to Open at Wilson Center with FSCJ Student Cast
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Florida State College at Jacksonville's High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience will present The Spongebob Musical at the Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts, marking the program's 20th year.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2026
Florida State College at Jacksonville's High School Summer Musical Theatre Experience will present The Spongebob Musical at the Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts, marking the program's 20th year.
THE STAGES TOUR to Make Edinburgh Fringe Debut from Otto & Astrid
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026
Berlin sibling rock duo Otto & Astrid bring THE STAGES TOUR to Assembly Roxy Upstairs at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, fresh from a sold-out US tour and international acclaim.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026
Berlin sibling rock duo Otto & Astrid bring THE STAGES TOUR to Assembly Roxy Upstairs at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, fresh from a sold-out US tour and international acclaim.
OVER THE GARDEN WALL Live Tour to Launch Across North America in Fall 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
The Blasting Company announced a North American tour performing the Emmy Award-winning animated series' soundtrack live, with composers Joshua Kaufman and Justin Rubenstein joined by musicians from the California Feetwarmers.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026
The Blasting Company announced a North American tour performing the Emmy Award-winning animated series' soundtrack live, with composers Joshua Kaufman and Justin Rubenstein joined by musicians from the California Feetwarmers.
Video: BATMAN: CAPED CRUSADER Unveils Season 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2026
Prime Video has unveiled the official trailer for Batman: Caped Crusader Season Two, which will premiere on the streamer as a binge release on Friday, July 31. Watch it now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 24, 2026
Prime Video has unveiled the official trailer for Batman: Caped Crusader Season Two, which will premiere on the streamer as a binge release on Friday, July 31. Watch it now.
Photos: First Look at BATMAN: CAPED CRUSADER Season 2; Release Date Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2026
The World's Greatest Detective is back on the case in Season 2 of Batman: Caped Crusader. Take a look at the new images, featuring Batman characters such as Edward Nygma (aka Riddler), Carrie Kelly, and Roxy Rocket.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 4, 2026
The World's Greatest Detective is back on the case in Season 2 of Batman: Caped Crusader. Take a look at the new images, featuring Batman characters such as Edward Nygma (aka Riddler), Carrie Kelly, and Roxy Rocket.
ADVENTURE TIME: SIDE QUESTS Sets Disney+ and Hulu Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026
The U.S. premiere date has been revealed for the brand-new animated series Adventure Time: Side Quests. The new series will stream on Disney+ and Hulu beginning June 29.
by Josh Sharpe - May 18, 2026
The U.S. premiere date has been revealed for the brand-new animated series Adventure Time: Side Quests. The new series will stream on Disney+ and Hulu beginning June 29.
Interview: Dan Decker of THE CON MEN at Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 25, 2026
Broadway World sat down with Dan Decker of Decker Media LLC to talk about life working The Cons and other endeavors that compliment this passion.
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 25, 2026
Broadway World sat down with Dan Decker of Decker Media LLC to talk about life working The Cons and other endeavors that compliment this passion.
THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS Sets Streaming Debut
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 16, 2026
Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will make its streaming premiere on Paramount+ Tuesday, February 17. Search for SquarePants is the fourth theatrical film based on the iconic children’s cartoon character.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 16, 2026
Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants will make its streaming premiere on Paramount+ Tuesday, February 17. Search for SquarePants is the fourth theatrical film based on the iconic children’s cartoon character.
Video: THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS Debuts New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Paramount has released the full trailer for Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. The new movie, which marks the fourth SpongeBob feature in the animated franchise, will be released in theaters on December 19, 2025. Check out the trailer now.
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 13, 2025
Paramount has released the full trailer for Nickelodeon's The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. The new movie, which marks the fourth SpongeBob feature in the animated franchise, will be released in theaters on December 19, 2025. Check out the trailer now.
Video: Watch the Trailer for ADVENTURE TIME: FIONNA AND CAKE Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 13, 2025
HBO Max and Cartoon Network Studios have released the official trailer for the second season of the Max Original animated series Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake. Watch it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 13, 2025
HBO Max and Cartoon Network Studios have released the official trailer for the second season of the Max Original animated series Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake. Watch it now!
SF Symphony Youth Orchestra and Wattis Foundation Music Director Radu Paponiu Perform Five Concerts in the 2025–26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
The San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra (SFSYO) and Wattis Foundation Music Director Radu Paponiu will perform five concerts during the 2025–26 season, beginning with their season-opening performance in November.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025
The San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra (SFSYO) and Wattis Foundation Music Director Radu Paponiu will perform five concerts during the 2025–26 season, beginning with their season-opening performance in November.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL is Coming to Beck Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Beck Center for the Arts will present intergenerational experience that is fun for all, The SpongeBob Musical. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025
Beck Center for the Arts will present intergenerational experience that is fun for all, The SpongeBob Musical. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets here.
THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS Sets World Premiere at AFI Fest
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, the new film from Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Movies, will have its official World Premiere at AFI FEST 2025 presented by Canva.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2025
The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants, the new film from Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Movies, will have its official World Premiere at AFI FEST 2025 presented by Canva.
Photos: First look at MTVarts’ THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 11, 2025
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it’s SpongeBob SquarePants! Plunge in! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world.
by Jerri Shafer - Sep 11, 2025
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? Why, it’s SpongeBob SquarePants! Plunge in! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world.
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION to be Presented by BrightSide Theatre Youth Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
BrightSide Youth Theatre project will bring the characters of the popular SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Nickelodeon TV series to the stage this fall when they present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025
BrightSide Youth Theatre project will bring the characters of the popular SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS Nickelodeon TV series to the stage this fall when they present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL YOUTH EDITION. Learn more!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Youth Edition to be Presented at The Gateway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025
Experience The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, which took on Broadway and became a Tony Award-winning global sensation! On stage at The Gateway Playhouse. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2025
Experience The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, which took on Broadway and became a Tony Award-winning global sensation! On stage at The Gateway Playhouse. Learn more!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Comes to Des Moines
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025
The Spongebob Musical is coming to Des Moines. Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025
The Spongebob Musical is coming to Des Moines. Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! Learn more about the production here!
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL Comes to Four County Players
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
As the first production of their 53rd Season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present Nickelodeon's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL beginning this month.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025
As the first production of their 53rd Season in Barboursville, Four County Players will present Nickelodeon's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL beginning this month.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Tom Kenny been nominated for?
Best Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants and Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for SpongeBob SquarePants.
What awards has Tom Kenny won?
Best Score at the BroadwayWorld Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants, and Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for SpongeBob SquarePants.
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