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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Inga Parkel

Legendary Star Wars and Call of Duty voice actor dead aged 64

Tom Kane
  • Tom Kane, the acclaimed voice actor known for his roles as Yoda in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Professor Utonium in The Powerpuff Girls, has died at the age of 64.
  • His representative, Zach McGinnis, confirmed Kane's passing to TMZ on Monday, without providing further details on the circumstances of his death.
  • McGinnis paid tribute to Kane's enduring legacy, noting that his characters and stories would live on, and highlighted his dedication as a husband and father to nine children.
  • Kane had retired from his voice acting career in September 2021 following a stroke he suffered in 2020.
  • The stroke had significantly impaired his ability to speak, leading to his decision to step away from his profession.

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Tom Kane death: Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls voice actor dies aged 64

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