Tom Kane, actor known for Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls, dies aged 64

Voice actor Tom Kane has died aged 64 (Picture: Steve Jennings/WireImage)

Tom Kane, an iconic voice actor known for Star Wars: The Clone Wars series and The Powerpuff Girls, has died aged 64, it has been confirmed.

Kane’s representative, Zach McGinnis, informed TMZ of the news today.

‘Though his voice may now be silent, the characters, stories, and love he gave to the world will live on forever,’ McGinnis said in a heartfelt tribute.

‘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.’

No further details of his death were shared, but it is known that Kane died in hospital, surrounded by his family.

He reunited with the Powerpuff Girls actresses just weeks ago (Picture: Instagram) In Star Wars, Kane voiced Yoda (Picture: Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images)

He reportedly suffered long-term complications from his stroke in 2020.

Kane’s most famous characters include Jedi Grand Master Yoda, Professor Utonium (the scientist who creates the Powerpuff Girls), and animated demonic villain HIM.

Just weeks ago, he shared his final Instagram post, posing alongside the actresses who voiced the Powerpuff Girls.

‘Reunited with my girls!!’, his sweet caption read.

Canadian star Tara Strong, 53, who gave her voice to Bubbles, commented underneath: ‘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.’

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