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.comKane, the voice actor has passed away in May 2026 at age 64, after a stroke in 2020 which led to retirement in 2021. Relatives shared updates about his rehabilitation, including ongoing speech therapy; and ongoing efforts to recover. Recognized for roles in Star Wars voice work and as the father on The Powerpuff Girls, Kane made lasting contributions across animation, video games, and film voice acting. Hamspeak colleagues voiced admiration as his health declined, highlighting his impact on the industry. Hailing from Kansas City, Kane’s career spanned many beloved projects, enduring in the memories of fans and peers. His passing marks the end of an era for Star Wars fans worldwide.