We've lost more than an incredibly talented voice actor. We've lost a hero.


Ernest himself was very old. 95, to be exact. He lived a long, happy, fulfilling life and left behind quite the legacy.


Thank you Mermaid Man, for keeping Bikini Bottom free of the evil likes of Man Ray and the Dirty Bubble.


And thank you, Ernest, for keeping smiles on the faces of the millions of children who watched SpongeBob SquarePants, and were there to hear your legendary voice.


Part of my childhood has left with him. And I'm sure the same can be said for many of you.


Rest in peace, Mermaid Man/Ernest Borgnine. You will be greatly missed.

He was also quite prominent for his role on McHale's Navy and assorted other shows.

My dad mentioned that.

Wow. I always did like episodes containing these guys. Glad to hear that he had a happy life.

Same here. May he rest in Peace.