Zach Hadel, the co-creator of the wildly popular animated series Smiling Friends, made a special appearance in the world of Hazbin Hotel. The voice actor and animator lent his talents to the Prime Video series, voicing a character in the episode “Scream Rain.”
For fans of Hadel’s unique comedic style, this cameo marks a fun crossover between two beloved adult animated shows. Hadel is best known for voicing iconic characters like Charlie and Glep on Smiling Friends, and his involvement adds to the growing list of talented voice actors featured in Hazbin Hotel.
The Role: A Sinner in Hell
According to his credited filmography, Zach Hadel voiced a Sinner in the Hazbin Hotel episode “Scream Rain.” While the specific character or scene has not been widely detailed, his involvement is listed among the show’s voice cast. This type of guest role is a fitting addition for an animator known for his distinct vocal work on his own projects.
Hadel’s cameo appears to be a one-episode appearance, contributing to the rich and chaotic backdrop of Hell’s population.
Who is Zach Hadel?
Zach Hadel, also known online by his pseudonym psychicpebbles, is a prominent figure in the world of online animation. He is a self-taught animator who first gained popularity by uploading Adobe Flash cartoons to Newgrounds before transitioning to YouTube, where he has amassed millions of views.
His big break in mainstream television came with Smiling Friends, which he co-created with Australian animator Michael Cusack. The show premiered on Adult Swim in 2022 and was quickly renewed for additional seasons due to its popularity. On the series, Hadel is not only a co-creator, director, and writer but also the voice behind several main characters.
His career also includes storyboarding for an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants and collaborating on projects with Rick and Morty co-creator Justin Roiland.
A History of Voice Acting Cameos
Hadel’s cameo in Hazbin Hotel is not his first time lending his voice to other animated projects. His filmography shows a pattern of taking on interesting guest roles across different shows.
He provided additional voices in the Helluva Boss episode “Mammon’s Magnificent Musical Mid-Season Special.” Helluva Boss is another series created by Vivienne Medrano set in the same Hellaverse as Hazbin Hotel, making Hadel’s involvement in both shows a neat connection for fans.
His other recent voice work includes a role in the animated series Big City Greens and the video game High on Life. This pattern shows that while Hadel is busy with his own creations, he enjoys contributing to the projects of fellow animators.
Fan Reactions and Community Response
The discovery of Hadel’s involvement was met with excitement from fans of both Hazbin Hotel and Smiling Friends. While specific fan quotes from social media are not available in the sources, the inclusion of his credit on authoritative sites like Wikipedia has been noted by the community.
This crossover is seen as a welcome collaboration between two different styles of adult animation. The news has been shared across fan forums and wikis, with audiences expressing enthusiasm for seeing the talents of a creator they admire appear in another one of their favorite shows.
The news of Hadel’s cameo was confirmed through his listed credit on the show’s ensemble cast page.
The World of Hazbin Hotel
Hazbin Hotel is an adult animated musical comedy series created by Vivienne Medrano. The story follows Charlie Morningstar, the princess of Hell, as she pursues an ambitious goal: rehabilitating sinners to reduce overpopulation in her homeland by offering them a chance at redemption in Heaven. She opens the “Happy Hotel,” later renamed the “Hazbin Hotel,” to help demons reform.
The series features a large ensemble cast including Erika Henningsen as Charlie, Stephanie Beatriz as Vaggie, and Blake Roman as Angel Dust. The show was picked up by Prime Video after its pilot episode became a viral sensation on YouTube.
The connection between Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss has created a shared universe often referred to by fans as the “Hellaverse,” where character cameos and background references frequently occur.
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