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'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' voice actor Tom Kane dead at 64

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'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' voice actor Tom Kane dead at 64
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Kane died from complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020.

LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 10: Actor Tom Kane arrives at the Premiere Of Warner Bros.

"Star Wars: The Clone Wars" on August 10, 2008 at the Grauman's Egyptian Theatre in Los Angeles, California. BEVERLY HILLS, CA - MAY 03: Tom Kane attends the 14th Annual Golden Trailer Awards at Saban Theatre on May 3, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California.

“Today we say goodbye to Tom Kane — a legendary voice actor whose work shaped the childhoods and imaginations of millions around the world,” they wrote in a statement on Facebook.

“From his unforgettable performances in ‘Star Wars’ to countless animated series, documentaries and games, Tom brought wisdom, strength, humor and heart to every role he touched. His voice became part of our lives, our memories, and the stories we carry with us. ” They continued, “But beyond the incredible career was an extraordinary man.

Tom was a devoted husband and father who, alongside his wife, built a loving family of nine children — three biological and six welcomed through adoption and fostering. That compassion and generosity defined who he was just as much as his remarkable talent did. ” “Though his voice may now be silent, the characters, stories, and love he gave to the world will live on forever. Rest in peace, Tom Kane.

Thank you for everything. May the Force be with you, always,” the statement concluded. Tom Kane during "The Wild Thornberrys Movie" Premiere at Cinerama Dome in Hollywood, California, United States.

Kane died from complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020 that left him unable to speak or write, per As a voice actor, Kane created memorable characters like Professor Utonium on “The Powerpuff Girls,” Yoda in “Star Wars: The Clone Wars,” Woodhouse on “Archer” , and the super intelligent monkey Darwin on “The Wild Thornberrys,” among many other roles. Kane was a native of Kansas and began his voice acting career at the age of 15.

He graduated from the University of Kansas in 1984 and began doing voicework at Lucasfilm in 1996 before taking on the Yoda role.

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