'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Actor Dead at 64
Legendary voice actor Tom Kane - perhaps best known for voicing Jedi Master Yoda for the Star Warsfranchise - has died at the age of 64.
Kane passed away on Monday, May 18, his rep confirmed to TMZ.
"Though his voice may now be silent, the characters, stories, and love he gave to the world will live on forever," his rep told the outlet.
Kane's cause of death was reportedly complications from a stroke he suffered in 2020.
"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," his rep added.
In addition to the Star Wars franchise, Kane voiced Professor Utonium in the beloved animated series Powerpuff Girls.
Kane recently reunited with the stars of the series who shared the joyous moment to social media.
"In December 2020, our Powerpuff Girls father, Professor Utonium-Tom Kane-suffered a stroke that left him unable to speak. We're so grateful to see him again and to witness his recovery. We love you, Tom xx," EG Daily, who voiced Buttercup captioned a clip from their reunion in March.
Tara Strong, the voiced Bubbles, added, "We were SO happy…so emotional to be back with our professor. It's been way too long beautiful friend 🩷🩵💚🤍 our hearts are filled with joy to be back together with you & to hear your beautiful voice slowly coming back brought tears to our eyes. @tkanevo you are an angel on earth, always have been."
Millennials may also recognize Kane's voice from such animated series as Kim Possible, for which he voiced Lord Monkey Fist, and The Wild Thornberrys as Darwin.
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This story was originally published May 18, 2026 at 9:31 AM.