Marty Grabstein is a distinguished actor and voice artist, widely recognized for bringing the iconic character Courage to life in Cartoon Network’s animated series, ‘Courage the Cowardly Dog.’ After securing the iconic role of Courage, the titular character in Cartoon Network’s animated series ‘Courage the Cowardly Dog’ in 1999, Marty Grabstein went on to define the beloved character through its acclaimed run until 2002. His distinctive portrayal of Courage, blending paranoia and panic with endearing loyalty, became a hallmark of the award-winning series and garnered widespread recognition. Grabstein later reprised this seminal voice role for the 2014 TV special ‘The Fog of Courage,’ and again in 2021 for the feature-length crossover film ‘Straight Outta Nowhere: Scooby-Doo! Meets Courage the Cowardly Dog,’ where he also lent his voice to characters Clown and Mr.

McGill. Demonstrating a versatile screen presence, Grabstein built a robust career in film and television prior to and concurrent with his voice work. His early film credits include roles in ‘Bury the Evidence’ and ‘Apartment #5C.’ On television, he made frequent and significant appearances across acclaimed dramas, notably spanning a significant arc on ‘Law and Order,’ appearing in episodes from 1997 to 2003. He held an extensive, long-running presence on ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ from 2003 to 2019, further showcasing his dramatic range with a role in ‘Third Watch’ in 2004.

Throughout his career, Grabstein has consistently demonstrated a profound commitment to his craft, contributing his distinct talents to a wide array of projects across film, television, and voice acting, cementing his legacy as a distinguished and adaptable performer.