A Distinctive Voice: Morgan Freeman's Voice

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Voices, we all have them and no two voices are alike. Some individuals have a distinct voice and once you hear them speak you can immediately point them out. A celebrity’s voice that intrigues me would be Morgan Freeman. Freeman is a seventy-eight year old American actor and narrator. He has appeared in a myriad of films and is best known for his distinctive voice. He does not have a voice disorder and has not had surgery to perfect his voice. However, his voice is one of a kind. I would describe Freemans voice as deep, sharp, and booming. What is acceptable about Freeman’s voice is how distinct it is. His voice is drawing and immediately grabs anyone’s attention. In the short YouTube interview Freeman reveals the secret to having a deeper

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