Iconic Bethesda voice actor Wes Johnson, renowned for his roles in games like The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, Fallout 3, and Starfield, was found in a critical condition in his hotel room last week. His family has reached out to fans, seeking support during this challenging time.
According to PC Gamer, Johnson's wife Kim and other family members have launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover his medical expenses and bills while he is unable to work. The campaign page revealed, "Right now, Wes continues to battle for his life in an intensive care unit."
Johnson had committed to hosting a benefit event for the National Alzheimer’s Foundation in Atlanta on January 22. After arriving and checking into his hotel, he did not show up at the event, prompting concern. "When he didn’t show up at the event, his wife Kim tried desperately to get in touch with him," the GoFundMe post explained. "It took hotel security to enter his room and discover him unconscious and barely alive. Emergency medical technician crews struggled to find a pulse."
The GoFundMe campaign aimed to raise $50,000, a goal that has been surpassed by a significant margin, with donations totaling $144,791 from 2,200 supporters. In addition to his video game work, Johnson has served as the public address announcer for the Washington Capitals for 25 years and has appeared in various film and television roles.
Johnson's contributions to video games are primarily with Bethesda, where he most recently voiced Ron Hope in Starfield. His other notable roles include Prince of Madness Sheogorath and Lucien Lachance in The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, three Daedric Princes (Boethiah, Malacath, and Molag Bal) in The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, Fawkes and Maister Burke in Fallout 3, Hermaeus Mora and Emperor Titus Mede II in Skyrim, and Moe Cronin in Fallout 4, among others.
