Tom Kane: Legendary Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls Voice Actor Dies at 64

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Legendary voice actor Tom Kane, best known for his roles in the Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls franchises, has passed away at the age of 64.

His passing on May 18, 2026, left fans and the global entertainment industry deeply saddened.

Kane passed away at a hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by his family.

The sad news was announced by his talent agency, Galactic Productions, on their official Facebook page, and confirmed to the media by his representative, Zach McGinnis.

Tom Kane died from complications of a stroke he suffered in November 2020, which caused significant weakness on the right side of his body and impaired speech, writing, and reading, which was later diagnosed as aphasia.

This health condition forced Kane to retire from voice acting in 2021.

Tom Kane has sadly passed away at the age of 64.He was the iconic narrator of ‘The Clone Wars’ series as well as the voice of Yoda & Admiral Yularen. He also voiced Professor Utonium in ‘The Powerpuff Girls’. pic.twitter.com/qRM6O1IxZk

— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) May 18, 2026

Thomas Kane Roberts was born in Overland Park, Kansas, on April 15, 1962. Throughout his life, he was known for his dedication to both his career and personal life.

He was married to Cindy Roberts in 1982 and raised a large family of three biological children and six adopted children.

His passing on May 18, 2026, at the age of 64, marked the end of a voice artist who gave color to many iconic characters.

Complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020 were the primary cause of Kane's death.

The stroke not only left him physically weak but also drastically affected his communication skills.

The brain damage caused by the stroke resulted in aphasia, a condition that robbed him of his ability to speak, read, and write fluently.

Tom Kane leaves an invaluable legacy in the Star Wars franchise, where he provided the voices behind some of the most beloved and recognizable characters.

His most iconic role is as the voice of Yoda in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, in both film and television, as well as in various Star Wars video games.

In addition to Yoda, Kane also brought to life the character of Admiral Ackbar in the 2017 film Star Wars: The Last Jedi and several other Star Wars video games.

He also voices other characters such as Admiral Yularen, Boba Fett, Qui-Gon Jinn, and C-3PO in various animated projects and Star Wars video games.

Beyond Star Wars, Tom Kane is also well-known for his role in the animated series The Powerpuff Girls.

He voices Professor Utonium, the father and creator of the Powerpuff Girls, as well as the iconic antagonist HIM.His prolific career spans numerous other popular animated series.

Kane voiced Mr. Herriman in Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, Lord Monkey Fist in Kim Possible, Darwin in The Wild Thornberrys, Magneto in Wolverine and the X-Men, and Ultron in The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes.

He is also known for voicing Takeo Masaki in the Call of Duty franchise, Lok in Fortnite: Save the World, and various characters in Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.

Tom Kane was a devoted husband and father.

He was married to Cindy Roberts in 1982, and together they raised a large family consisting of three biological children and six adopted children.

His nine children together are a testament to his love and dedication to his family.

Although he retired from voice acting in 2021 due to health issues, Tom Kane's legacy will live on through the characters he voiced.