Star Wars icon Tom Kane dies at 64 after stroke 'damaged his brain'
Tom Kane, the beloved voice actor famous for roles in Star Wars and The Powerpuff Girls, has died aged 64. He is survived by his wife and nine children.
www.the-express.comTom Kane had a left-sided stroke in November 2020, leading to weakness on his right side and injuring the speech center. His daughter publicized the condition in December 2020, noting he struggled to speak clearly and needing ongoing speech, occupational, and physical therapy; medical staff cautioned he might not resume voiceover work. Kane passed away at 64 at a Kansas City hospital on May 18, 2026, with his representative confirming. The news marks the end of a storied career in Star Wars and Nickelodeon voices.