UPDATE (28/01/25, 9:00 AM GMT): Bill Glasser, the organiser of the fundraiser, has responded to VG247 with a statement confirming its legitimacy. $138,026, over double the original goal of $50,000, has been raised in around 24 hours by the GoFundMe.
Bethesda Game Studios has issued a statement on the news via a tweet, which reads: “Wes is not only an incredibly talented and instrumental part of our games, but also one of our dearest friends. We wish him well and hope for an easy recovery.”
The Washington Capitals, the NHL team which Johnson does PA announcing for, has also issued a statement, which reads: “The Washington Capitals express our heartfelt thoughts and send our best wishes to our beloved public address announcer, Wes Johnson. We kindly ask everyone to keep Wes in your thoughts and to respect the family’s privacy as they navigate this challenging time and focus on Wes’ wellbeing.”
Original story follows:
Voice actor Wes Johnson, known for playing notable roles across various Bethesda titles including Fallout 4, Skyrim, and Starfield, has suffered a medical emergency and is currently recieving treatment in an intensive care unit, according to a GoFundMe campaign shared by his official BlueSky account.
The campaign has raised $26,200 from 366 donors as of writing, and has a $50,000 goal. It lists a Bill Glasser of West Falls Church, Virginia as an organiser.
The GoFundMe’s description reads: “On Wednesday, Jan. 22nd, Wes volunteered to host a benefit event for the National Alzheimer’s Foundation in Atlanta. He flew down and checked into his hotel room – but something happened and he didn’t make it out of the hotel.
“When he didn’t show up at the event, his wife Kim tried desperately to get in touch with him. It took hotel security to enter his room and discover him unconscious and barely alive. EMT crews struggled to find a pulse. Right now, Wes continues to battle for his life in an intensive care unit.
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— Wes Johnson (@wesjohnson.bsky.social) 27 January 2025 at 13:11
“If your life has ever been touched by his work or his heart- it’s time to show your gratitude. If you’ve ever joined him in UNLEASHING THE FURY – donate now. If his comedy has ever made you laugh – donate now. Wes has always been the friend who would give you his last dollar, as well as the shirt off his back. Wes volunteers for so many causes and is always the first person to jump at helping anyone who asks, and even helping those who don’t ask.
“It’s your turn to show him your gratitude and love. Please make a donation to help his family get through this period and cover his medical expenses as well as cover the time he will be unable to work.”
VG247 has reached out to the campaign’s organisers and Bethesda for comment.
Roles Johnson has played in games include Starfield’s Ron Hope, Oblivion’s Sheogorath, and Fallout 3‘s Fawkes.
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