Iconic Bethesda Voice Actor of Skyrim, Fallout 3, and More Shares Heartfelt Message Amid Recovery

Beloved Bethesda voice actor Wes Johnson, known for his work in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Fallout 3, Starfield, and countless other titles, has shared a moving message following a serious health scare. Last week, he was found “barely alive” in his Atlanta hotel room, where he was attending a benefit event for the National Alzheimer’s Association.

A video posted on a GoFundMe page, which has already raised an astounding $174,653 to cover medical expenses and other bills, reveals Johnson was in a coma. In the video, he expresses his deep gratitude for the outpouring of support: “I found out there's a lot of love in this world that I didn't know was out there, and I'm grateful to each and every one of you.”

He recounts the events leading up to his hospitalization: After arriving in Atlanta and checking into his hotel, he failed to appear at the scheduled event. His wife, Kim Johnson, contacted the hotel, prompting security to intervene. Emergency medical technicians were called, and they found him with a barely detectable pulse.

"Rumors of my demise, well they weren't exaggerated. It was very close, very close. But I'm still here," Johnson states. He credits his wife's quick thinking and the actions of his son, who contacted hotel security, with saving his life. He spent five days in a medically induced coma before learning of the GoFundMe campaign organized by his friends Bill Glasser and Shari Elliker, and his wife.

Johnson extends heartfelt thanks to numerous individuals and organizations: the National Alzheimer’s Association for supporting his family, Ted Leonsis (chairman of the Washington Capitals parent company) for a generous $25,000 donation, and Glasser and Elliker for their tireless efforts. He also expresses deep appreciation to Bethesda, who publicly voiced their support, stating, "You say that I'm your friend. I am. Always will be. Love you guys." Finally, he conveys his love and gratitude to his fans, both those who donated and those who offered their support in other ways.

"I'm not going anywhere," he assures his fans. "It's going to be a while as I work my way back, but I'm coming back. I look forward to seeing and having you all hear me then. Cheers."

Johnson's extensive voice acting career spans film, television, and video games, with a significant portion dedicated to Bethesda titles. His memorable roles include Ron Hope in Starfield, Sheogorath and Lucien Lachance in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, several Daedric Princes in The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind, Fawkes and Maister Burke in Fallout 3, Hermaeus Mora and Emperor Titus Mede II in Skyrim, and Moe Cronin in Fallout 4, among many others.