Elwood Edwards, Iconic AOL 'You've Got Mail' Voice, Passes at 74
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Elwood Edwards, the iconic voice behind AOL's "You've Got Mail" greeting, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long illness. Edwards, who recorded the famous phrase in 1989 for just $200, became an unexpected part of internet history as his voice became synonymous with AOL's email service. Despite the digital age, his voice continues to resonate with users who still use AOL's services.
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