Vincent Martella
The voice behind a generation's favorite animated inventor, whose career seamlessly bridged live-action sitcoms and beloved video game characters.
Born 1992 (age 34)·American actor·Birthday: October 15·Millennials
Biography
Vincent Martella's voice is the sound of limitless childhood imagination for millions. While still a teenager, he landed the defining role of Phineas Flynn on Disney's 'Phineas and Ferb,' imbuing the character with an irrepressible optimism and can-do spirit that became the show's heartbeat. Simultaneously, he showed his live-action chops as the earnest and often-bullied Greg Wuliger on 'Everybody Hates Chris,' proving his range extended far beyond the recording booth. Martella didn't stop there; he became a familiar voice in the gaming world, lending his performance to the pivotal role of Hope Estheim in the 'Final Fantasy XIII' trilogy, adding emotional weight to a complex narrative. His career is a masterclass in versatile voice acting, maintaining the consistency of a flagship character for over a decade while exploring other creative avenues, including music. Martella grew up in the public eye, transitioning from a child actor to a respected artist whose work is woven into the fabric of 2000s and 2010s pop culture.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Vincent was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Vincent Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Vincent's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Voiced the lead character Phineas Flynn for the entire run of Disney's Emmy-winning animated series 'Phineas and Ferb' (2007-2015).
- Played a main role as Greg Wuliger on the critically acclaimed sitcom 'Everybody Hates Chris' for all four seasons.
- Provided the voice and motion capture for Hope Estheim in the 'Final Fantasy XIII' video game trilogy.
Did You Know?
He is also a singer and released a pop album titled 'I'm Not a Kid Anymore' in 2012.
Martella made a cameo appearance in the music video for Taylor Swift's song 'You Belong With Me.'
He is an avid fan of the band The Beatles and has covered their songs.
“Every day is a good day to find something incredible to do.”
