Tom Kane, the legendary voice actor famous for his iconic roles in Star Wars And The Powerpuff Girlsdied at the age of 64.
His death occurred on Monday and was confirmed in a touching statement on Facebook by his talent agency, Galactic Productions.
The agency hailed Kane as an extraordinary artist whose extensive work shaped the childhoods and imaginations of millions around the world, bringing wisdom, strength, humor and heart to every role he played.
The Kansas City native has built a remarkably long career in the industry, having started in voiceover work when he was just 15 years old.
Star Wars fans will know him best as the voice behind the beloved Jedi Master Yoda in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Warsas well as Admiral Ackbar in the 2017 film Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
Beyond a galaxy far, far away, Kane was also the voice of Professor Utonium in the Cartoon Network film. The Powerpuff Girls from 2016 to 2019.
He was also a fixture in the video game world, lending his vocal talents to major titles like the Call of Duty franchise, Harry Potter: Magic Awakens, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker SagaAnd Marvel Future Revolution.
Tragically, Kane’s prolific voiceover career was cut short a few years ago.
In 2020, he suffered a stroke that left him virtually unable to speak, a devastating blow for a man whose voice had become such a comforting and recognizable fixture in the lives and memories of so many people.
In addition to his immense professional success, his agency took care to highlight his reputation as a deeply compassionate family man.
Off-screen, Tom was a devoted husband and father who, alongside his wife, built a loving family of nine children, three biological and six adopted and fostered.
Galactic Productions noted that this generosity defined who he was just as much as his remarkable talent.
Kane is survived by his wife, Cindy, and their children.
His agency beautifully concluded his tribute by writing that although his voice is now silent, the characters, stories and love he gave to the world will live on forever, adding: “May the Force be with you, always.”
