Tom Kane, Iconic 'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor, Has Died
The voice of Yoda, Admiral Ackbar, and so many more passed away this week at the age of 64.
gizmodo.comTom Kane, the voice actor known for Star Wars: The Clone Wars and The Powerpuff Girls, has recently been reported as having died at age 64 in May 2026. Multiple outlets attributed his passing to complications from a stroke he suffered earlier in his life. He had retired from voice acting in 2021 due to the stroke, but his work remains influential for fans of Star Wars and cartoon animation.
Key points about Tom Kane
- Notable roles: Yoda and other characters in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Professor Utonium in The Powerpuff Girls, plus work on Archer, Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, and various video games.
- Health background: Suffered a stroke in 2020 which led to reduced speech and a retirement from VO work in 2021.
- Legacy: Widely praised for his versatile voice acting across multiple franchises; his performances left a lasting impression on fans and collaborators.
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