Tom Kane has passed away, the legendary voice of animation and a fan favorite
19 may 2026 в 19:13
The world of animation mourns the loss of Tom Kane, a renowned voice actor who brought life to many iconic characters in shows such as «The Powerpuff Girls» and «Star Wars: The Clone Wars». His death was confirmed by his representative, who stated that he passed away surrounded by family in Kansas City. Kane was 64 years old.
Throughout his long career, Kane became one of the most recognizable voices in animation, including video games and television voiceovers.
Here are five facts about the legendary voice actor.
Kane won the hearts of fans through his work on «The Powerpuff Girls», - where he voiced both the caring Professor Utonium and the sinister villain HIM.
The series became a landmark hit for Cartoon Network in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and Kane’s performances helped shape the childhoods of many viewers across the country.
Kane was also connected to the «Star Wars» universe, voicing Yoda in several animated projects, including «Star Wars: The Clone Wars», - where his interpretation became a favorite among fans.
Additionally, Kane voiced other characters in the franchise, including Admiral Ackbar, C-3PO, and Boba Fett in various video games and animated projects. His work in this franchise spanned several decades.
Kane’s résumé extended beyond these two popular franchises. Throughout his career, he participated in several animated series, including «Kim Possible», - «Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends», - «The Wild Thornberrys», - and «Archer».
He was also known for his work in video games, primarily in the Call of Duty franchise, where he voiced Takeo Masaki in the Zombies mode.
In 2020, Kane suffered a stroke that affected his speech and ability to perform. As a result, he stepped away from voice acting and officially retired in 2021.
In one of his last public appearances, Kane reunited with the original cast of «The Powerpuff Girls» earlier this year.
Kane passed away from complications related to the stroke he suffered in 2020, his representative Zach McGinnis reported in an interview with TMZ in May 2026. Kane died in a hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
«Although his voice is now silent, the characters, stories, and love he brought to the world will live on forever», - McGinnis said in a statement to the media
Throughout his long career, Kane became one of the most recognizable voices in animation, including video games and television voiceovers.
Here are five facts about the legendary voice actor.
Kane won the hearts of fans through his work on «The Powerpuff Girls», - where he voiced both the caring Professor Utonium and the sinister villain HIM.
The series became a landmark hit for Cartoon Network in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and Kane’s performances helped shape the childhoods of many viewers across the country.
Kane was also connected to the «Star Wars» universe, voicing Yoda in several animated projects, including «Star Wars: The Clone Wars», - where his interpretation became a favorite among fans.
Additionally, Kane voiced other characters in the franchise, including Admiral Ackbar, C-3PO, and Boba Fett in various video games and animated projects. His work in this franchise spanned several decades.
Kane’s résumé extended beyond these two popular franchises. Throughout his career, he participated in several animated series, including «Kim Possible», - «Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends», - «The Wild Thornberrys», - and «Archer».
He was also known for his work in video games, primarily in the Call of Duty franchise, where he voiced Takeo Masaki in the Zombies mode.
In 2020, Kane suffered a stroke that affected his speech and ability to perform. As a result, he stepped away from voice acting and officially retired in 2021.
In one of his last public appearances, Kane reunited with the original cast of «The Powerpuff Girls» earlier this year.
Kane passed away from complications related to the stroke he suffered in 2020, his representative Zach McGinnis reported in an interview with TMZ in May 2026. Kane died in a hospital in Kansas City, Missouri.
«Although his voice is now silent, the characters, stories, and love he brought to the world will live on forever», - McGinnis said in a statement to the media
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