Who will voice Dr. Fuzzby in Zootopia 2? Everything to know about Quinta Brunson

Zootopia 2 has confirmed Quinta Brunson as the voice of Dr. Fuzzby, a quokka therapist who counsels Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde at a tense point in their partnership. Brunson is the creator-star of Abbott Elementary and an Emmy winner. Here, she plays a therapist whose “partners in crisis” program sets up the sequel’s central case.

Zootopia 2 is directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, written by Bush, and produced by Yvett Merino, with returning voice cast Ginnifer Goodwin (Judy), Jason Bateman (Nick), Idris Elba (Chief Bogo), and Shakira (Gazelle).

Who voices Dr. Fuzzby in Zootopia 2?

Quinta Brunson voices Dr. Fuzzby, officially described by Disney as “an adorable quokka” therapist who helps Judy and Nick “sort out a few issues” before they’re sent after a new threat. Brunson is best known as the creator, executive producer, writer, and lead of Abbott Elementary.

Quinta Brunson has achieved milestones in television, earning Emmys for both writing and acting at the 74th and 75th awards, making her the first Black woman in over 40 years to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She signed a long‑term development deal with Warner Bros. Television, expanding her influence beyond Zootopia 2 into new series development.

Born in West Philadelphia on December 21, 1989, she studied at Temple University and Second City before relocating to LA to pursue comedy full‑time, eventually earning an honorary degree in Fine Arts from Temple in 2024.

Abbott Elementary series brought her historic Emmy wins and established the warm but incisive comedic rhythm she brings to Fuzzby’s sessions. In the trailer, Fuzzby quickly spots friction points in the duo’s communication, setting the tone for a mandated partners-therapy arc that frames the early act of the film.

As per the People report dated July 30, 2025, Jared Bush said earlier this year,

“We are beyond excited to welcome everyone back to the outrageous, expansive animal metropolis of Zootopia, and take audiences on a hilarious, wild ride into parts of the city we’ve never visited before,”

What the Zootopia 2 trailer shows (plot beats, tone, and Fuzzby’s function)

The July 30, 2025, trailer opens on “Partners in Crisis,” a counseling program where Dr. Fuzzby leads Judy and Nick and other mismatched pairs through exercises that expose frayed teamwork just days into their official partnership.

Chief Bogo then hands them a make-or-break assignment tied to a venomous intruder, Gary De’Snake (Ke Huy Quan). The clip also teases new districts beyond familiar neighborhoods, suggesting multiple undercover setups and environment-specific gags/action.

The therapy framework positions Fuzzby as the scene partner who disarms the leads, then pushes them toward clarity before the chase escalates.

Release date, filmmakers, and voice cast

Zootopia 2 opens on November 26, 2025 (U.S.). The first full trailer arrived on July 30, 2025. Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard; written by Bush; produced by Yvett Merino.

Zootopia 2 cast (confirmed so far) - Returning cast includes Ginnifer Goodwin (Judy Hopps), Jason Bateman (Nick Wilde), Idris Elba (Chief Bogo), Shakira (Gazelle), plus fan-favorite side characters glimpsed in the trailer.

New: Quinta Brunson (Dr. Fuzzby), Ke Huy Quan (Gary De’Snake), Fortune Feimster (Nibbles Maplestick). Several trade and broadcast write-ups align with Disney’s site on names and roles.

As per Animation Magazine report dated July 30, 2025, Bush added,

“I can’t wait for audiences to see what other surprises we have in store in this brand-new adventure.”

What Disney’s synopsis signals: Disney positions the sequel as a test of Judy and Nick’s bond as they follow a twisting trail tied to the snake’s arrival, going undercover in new parts of the metropolis, with Dr. Fuzzby’s sessions as the spark for growth.

Stay tuned for more updates on Zootopia 2.