Tom Kane retired in 2020 after suffering a stroke, damaging his ability to read, write and speak.
WASHINGTON — Tom Kane, the voice actor known for his roles in “Star Wars” and the “Powerpuff Girls,” has died. He was 64.
Galactic Productions, an appearance agency, announced Kane’s death on Monday in a Facebook post.
“Today we say goodbye to Tom Kane — a legendary voice actor whose work shaped the childhoods and imaginations of millions around the world,” the agency said on social media. “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.”
“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,” it added. “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.,” it said.
Kane voiced various iconic characters including Yoda, Admiral Ackbar, Admiral Yularen, Boba Fett and more in “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and other Lucasfilm projects.
According to his IMDB, Kane also did voice-doubling work, which included filling in for major Hollywood stars like Morgan Freeman, Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellan, Liam Neeson and more.
He’s also a part of the Disney Parks as he’s the voice of the Walt Disney World Monorail and bus system. He also narrated the nightly park firework grand finale “Happily Ever After.”
Kane retired in 2020 after suffering a stroke, damaging his ability to read, write and speak, according to IMDB.
In March, Kane reunited with the original voices of the “Powerpuff Girls.”
“Reunited with my girls!!,” he said on Instagram.