Kansas Citian Tom Kane, ‘Star Wars, ‘Powerpuff Girls’ voice actor, has died
You might know his voice from Yoda, the father on the Powderpuff Girls and even the Oscars.
www.kansascity.comThe veteran voice actor Kane has died in May 2026 at age 64, after a stroke in 2020 which led to retirement in 2021. Family members shared updates about his rehabilitation, including ongoing speech therapy, and ongoing efforts to recover. Recognized for roles in Star Wars animated projects and as the father on Powderpuff Girls, Kane made lasting contributions across animation, video games, and film voice acting. Colleagues like Mark Hamill expressed admiration as his health declined, highlighting his impact on the industry. Born in Kansas City, Kane’s career spanned many beloved projects, earning lasting remembrance from fans and fellow artists. His death marks the end of an era for animation communities worldwide.