I’m honored to share that I was recently featured in VoiceOver Herald in an article titled “Exclusive: The Original Voice of Google Voice Found Out Google Had Bought the Company Seven Months Later.”

The piece tells the story of how my voice became connected to GrandCentral, which later became Google Voice, and how I discovered months later that Google had acquired the company. I learned a lot from the experience and am thankful to share some advice with other artists.

It’s a fun look back at a surprising chapter in my voiceover career, and I’m grateful to VoiceOver Herald for highlighting the story with such care.

Who is Laurie Burke?

Laurie Burke is a professional voiceover actor, animation voiceover performer, and communication coach with a long-standing connection to one of the most recognizable voices in modern tech. She is known as the original voice of Google Voice, which began as GrandCentral before becoming part of Google’s communication platform.

Her work blends clarity, warmth, and character, whether she is voicing a brand, helping bring animated stories to life, or coaching professionals to communicate with more confidence and presence.

Why this VoiceOver Herald feature matters

The VoiceOver Herald feature recognizes Laurie Burke’s unique place in voiceover history as the original voice behind GrandCentral and Google Voice. For many listeners, her voice became part of everyday communication, guiding calls, messages, and connections through a platform used by millions.

The original VoiceOver Herald source offers helpful context on Laurie’s connection to Google Voice and GrandCentral, and the contracts that are necessary to voiceover artists in today's AI world.  

Today, Laurie continues to bring that same professional range whether it's coaching for her company, Virtual Voiceover®, using her voice for commercials, animation, narration or communication coaching. She is dedicated to helping clients and students use voice with purpose, personality, and impact.

Read the full VoiceOver Herald feature: https://www.voiceoverherald.com/exclusive-laurie-burke-original-voice-google-voice-grandcentral/