Your Followed Topics

75.8K est. views3.44%
entertainment7h ago

Tom Kane death: Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls voice actor dies aged 64

https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/films/news/tom-kane-death-star-wars-powerpuff-girls-b2978868.htmlhttps://www.tmz.com/2026/05/18/tom-kane-dead/https://metro.co.uk/2026/05/18/tom-kane-actor-known-star-wars-powerpuff-girls-dies-aged-64-28422715/
The-independent.com and 12 more
Tom Kane death: Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls voice actor dies aged 64 Open in The-independent.com
Highlights
  • Tom Kane, the iconic voice actor best known for his work on Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls, has died.
  • Kane passed away in Kansas City, with family nearby, after decades shaping voices for animation and games.
  • His 2020 stroke and retirement in 2021 are noted as pivotal events that affected his career and public work.

Virality Score Timeline

Vote 30
0

References

'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Star Tom Kane Dead at 64

https://www.tmz.com/2026/05/18/tom-kane-dead/Tmz.com
'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Star Tom Kane Dead at 64

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

https://metro.co.uk/2026/05/18/tom-kane-actor-known-star-wars-powerpuff-girls-dies-aged-64-28422715/Metro.co.uk
Tom Kane, actor known for Star Wars and Powerpuff Girls, dies aged 64

'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor Tom Kane Dead at 64

https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/backwoodsaltar/tom-kane-star-wars-voice-actor-deadComplex.com
'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor Tom Kane Dead at 64

Tom Kane, ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Powerpuff Girls’ Voice Actor, Dies at 64

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/tom-kane-dead-star-wars-powerpuff-girls-1236752823/Variety.com
Tom Kane, ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Powerpuff Girls’ Voice Actor, Dies at 64

Actor Tom Kane, Voice of Yoda in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Has Died at 64

https://www.ign.com/articles/actor-tom-kane-voice-of-yoda-in-star-wars-the-clone-wars-dead-at-64Ign.com
Actor Tom Kane, Voice of Yoda in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Has Died at 64

Star Wars, Marvel actor Tom Kane dead at 64 — cause of death revealed

https://www.hellomagazine.com/us/902235/star-wars-marvel-actor-tom-kane-dead-at-64/Hellomagazine.com
Star Wars, Marvel actor Tom Kane dead at 64 — cause of death revealed

Tom Kane, Iconic 'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor, Has Died

https://gizmodo.com/tom-kane-iconic-star-wars-and-powerpuff-girls-voice-actor-has-died-2000760076Gizmodo.com
Tom Kane, Iconic 'Star Wars' and 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor, Has Died

‘Star Wars’ voice actor Tom Kane dead at 64

https://pagesix.com/2026/05/18/entertainment/star-wars-voice-actor-tom-kane-dead-at-64/Pagesix.com
‘Star Wars’ voice actor Tom Kane dead at 64

Tom Kane, Star Wars And Voice Acting Legend, Has Died At 64

https://kotaku.com/tom-kane-yoda-voice-actor-death-died-powerpuff-girls-2000697073Kotaku.com
Tom Kane, Star Wars And Voice Acting Legend, Has Died At 64

Tom Kane, ‘Clone Wars’ and ‘Powerpuff Girls’ Voice Actor, Dies at 64

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/tom-kane-dead-yoda-clone-wars-star-wars-powerpuff-girls-1236598828/Hollywoodreporter.com
Tom Kane, ‘Clone Wars’ and ‘Powerpuff Girls’ Voice Actor, Dies at 64

Tom Kane, Powerpuff Girls and Clone Wars Actor, Dead at 64

https://www.vulture.com/article/tom-kane-dead.htmlVulture.com
Tom Kane, Powerpuff Girls and Clone Wars Actor, Dead at 64

Tom Kane Dead: 'Clone Wars', 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor Was 64

https://deadline.com/2026/05/tom-kane-dead-clone-wars-1236915028/Deadline.com
Tom Kane Dead: 'Clone Wars', 'Powerpuff Girls' Voice Actor Was 64

Related Topics

celebritiesentertainmenttom kane

0 Comments

Be the first to comment

Add your thoughts and get the conversation going.

Top 846 Internet News Today

#1
Jury Rejects Elon Musk’s $150 Billion Suit Against OpenAI and Sam Altman
#1 out of 8462.38%
technology7h ago

Jury Rejects Elon Musk’s $150 Billion Suit Against OpenAI and Sam Altman

https://variety.com/2026/digital/news/jury-rejects-elon-musk-lawsuit-against-openai-sam-altman-1236752692/https://www.dw.com/en/jury-rules-against-elon-musk-in-case-against-openai/a-77204479https://www.wired.com/story/musk-v-altman-jury-verdict/
Variety.com and 21 more
  • A California jury unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's OpenAI suit on statute of limitations grounds, delivering a clear victory for OpenAI and its leadership.
  • The nine-person jury found Musk missed the three-year window to file a claim, with OpenAI arguing harms before August 2021 were not claimable, focusing on timing over merits.
  • Musk signaled plans to appeal, arguing the case hinged on a calendar technicality rather than merits, and accused Altman and Brockman of enriching themselves by stealing a charity.
Vote 43
0
#2
Police responding to shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego
#2 out of 84627.78%
crime5h ago

Police responding to shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/may/18/active-shooter-report-san-diego-islamic-centerhttps://nypost.com/2026/05/18/us-news/cops-rush-to-active-shooter-at-islamic-center-of-san-diego/https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/live-updates-san-diego-mosque-shooting-rcna345756
Theguardian.com and 21 more
  • Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby.
  • Officers swarmed the Islamic Center within four minutes of the first emergency calls, launching a fast-moving response as the investigation began.
  • A security guard who was killed helped prevent a larger massacre, with officials praising his heroic actions that saved lives.
Vote 46
0
#3
Trump’s DOJ announces $1.7B fund to pay his allies who were ‘unfairly’ investigated
#3 out of 846509.6K est. views8.43%
politics11h ago

Trump’s DOJ announces $1.7B fund to pay his allies who were ‘unfairly’ investigated

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-anti-weaponization-fund-b2978840.htmlhttps://vt.co/news/us/donald-trump-doj-anti-weaponization-fund-irs-settlementhttps://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/trump-moves-to-withdraw-10-billion-lawsuit-irs-slush-fund-reports
Independent.co.uk and 15 more
  • DOJ leaders emphasize the fund aims to prevent weaponization of government power and provide redress for those harmed by improper political actions.
  • A five-member commission will oversee the fund, with a structured claims process allowing victims to apply for compensation or relief.
  • The new reference questions whether the fund will disproportionately benefit Trump's wealthy allies rather than broader groups harmed by government actions.
Vote 38
0
#4
Luigi Mangione evidence ruling could determine what jurors see at his September murder trial
#4 out of 8461.96%
crime11h ago

Luigi Mangione evidence ruling could determine what jurors see at his September murder trial

https://www.foxnews.com/us/luigi-mangione-evidence-ruling-could-determine-jurors-see-september-murder-trialhttps://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/may/18/luigi-mangione-trial-new-york-united-healthcare-ceohttps://nypost.com/2026/05/18/us-news/luigi-mangione-fanatics-line-up-outside-courthouse-before-key-hearing-in-murder-case/
Foxnews.com and 13 more
  • The judge narrowed evidence in Mangione's case, keeping crucial items for trial but excluding some video and general items from December's suppression hearing.
  • The McDonald’s backpack search was not within Mangione’s immediate control, limiting its admissibility under the grabbable-area standard.
  • The court allows the 3D-printed gun, another magazine, a silencer, and Mangione’s red notebook to be admitted, preserving key trial evidence.
Vote 35
0
#5
Pop star Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain and set for huge reimbursement
#5 out of 846132.0K est. views8.73%
celebrities13h ago

Pop star Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain and set for huge reimbursement

https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/shakira-tax-fraud-spain-verdict-b2978553.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/may/18/spain-tax-agency-shakira-55m-payout-wrongful-fineshttps://www.dw.com/en/spain-acquits-shakira-of-tax-fraud/a-77195935
Independent.co.uk and 22 more
  • The national High Court acquitted Shakira of tax fraud and ordered the Treasury to repay €55m plus interest.
  • The High Court found the 183-day residency rule for 2011 not proven, noting Shakira spent 163 days in Spain, leaving tax residency unclear.
  • The ruling confirms there was no proven nexus showing Shakira’s main activities or economic interests were in Spain in 2011, undermining a tax residence claim.
Vote 43
0
#6
Pelicans Expected To Hire New Head Coach Within Next Few Days
#6 out of 8465.00%
sports9h ago

Pelicans Expected To Hire New Head Coach Within Next Few Days

https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2026/05/pelicans-expected-to-hire-new-head-coach-within-next-few-days.htmlhttps://www.si.com/nba/pelicans/onsi/pelicans-finally-announce-surprise-new-head-coach-hire-01krxscabt06https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25294955-jamahl-mosley-pelicans-reportedly-agree-new-hc-contract-following-rajon-rondo-rumors
Hoopsrumors.com and 6 more
  • The Pelicans named Jamahl Mosley their new head coach on a five-year deal, signaling a measured, long-term plan for development and a stable winning culture.
  • The five-year contract underscores a gradual, sustainable approach rather than a rapid rebuild for the Pelicans under Mosley.
  • Mosley is known for developing young players, aligning with a roster in New Orleans built around growth and potential.
Vote 30
0
#7
Fast-moving Sandy Fire burns 184 acres in Southern California, forcing evacuations in Simi Valley area
#7 out of 84611.76%
weather5h ago

Fast-moving Sandy Fire burns 184 acres in Southern California, forcing evacuations in Simi Valley area

https://www.foxnews.com/us/fast-moving-sandy-fire-burns-184-acres-southern-california-forcing-evacuations-simi-valley-areahttps://nypost.com/2026/05/18/us-news/simi-valley-wildfire-forces-evacuations-as-blaze-grows/https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/may/18/simi-valley-fire-california-evacuations
Foxnews.com and 6 more
  • A wind-driven Sandy Fire near Simi Valley expanded rapidly, burning 500+ acres, prompting evacuations and ongoing containment efforts.
  • Evacuations were ordered as a wind-driven wildfire threatened homes in several Simi Valley neighborhoods, underscoring the spreading danger from shifting conditions.
  • Fire managers noted gusty winds in the morning, with expectations winds would ease later, potentially aiding containment efforts.
Vote 19
0
#8
‘Better Call Saul’ actor Russell Andrews, 64, reveals devastating ALS diagnosis
#8 out of 8464.76%
health13h ago

‘Better Call Saul’ actor Russell Andrews, 64, reveals devastating ALS diagnosis

https://pagesix.com/2026/05/18/celebrity-news/better-call-saul-actor-russell-andrews-64-reveals-devastating-als-diagnosis/https://www.hellomagazine.com/us/902082/better-call-saul-russell-andrews-announces-devastating-als-diagnosis/https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/russell-andrews-als-better-caul-saul-1236752527/
Pagesix.com and 9 more
  • Andrews publicly discusses his ALS diagnosis on CNN, highlighting a long acting career and ongoing public engagement.
  • There is no cure for ALS, underscoring the seriousness of Andrews's condition and the need for support from loved ones.
  • Erica Tazel reaffirms her commitment to support Andrews as wife and caregiver throughout his ALS journey.
Vote 25
0
#9
Trump pulls back on plan to attack Iran tomorrow, citing ‘serious negotiations’ after months-long war
#9 out of 84675.78%
politics5h ago

Trump pulls back on plan to attack Iran tomorrow, citing ‘serious negotiations’ after months-long war

https://nypost.com/2026/05/18/us-news/trump-pulls-back-on-plan-to-attack-iran-tomorrow-citing-serious-negotiations-after-months-long-war/https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/18/trump-iran-attack-saudi-uae-qatar-deal.htmlhttps://metro.co.uk/2026/05/18/trump-says-holding-off-iran-attack-planned-tuesday-28424099/
Nypost.com and 9 more
  • Trump halts a scheduled Iran attack after Gulf partners request more time for negotiations, signaling a shift toward diplomacy.
  • Gulf leaders express optimism a US deal could be acceptable without more force, highlighting regional mediation in talks.
  • The pause keeps military options on standby, with Washington warning of a large-scale assault if an acceptable deal remains elusive.
Vote 27
0
#10
Asteroid the size of a blue whale to skim past Earth today – and you can see it
#10 out of 84616.02%
science11h ago

Asteroid the size of a blue whale to skim past Earth today – and you can see it

https://www.independent.co.uk/space/asteroid-2026-jh2-earth-live-stream-b2978465.htmlhttps://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/asteroid-2026-jh2-faqshttps://www.dailymail.com/sciencetech/article-15826877/asteroid-CITY-Earth-TONIGHT-watch-live.html
Independent.co.uk and 6 more
  • The asteroid 2026 JH2 will pass within about 57,000 miles of Earth, much closer than the Moon, offering a rare skywatching moment.
  • Discovered on May 10 by the Mount Lemmon Survey in Arizona, the object is unusually close for an asteroid of its size.
  • NASA and ESA track near-Earth objects to assess any potential risk, though this encounter is not expected to threaten our planet.
Vote 21
0

Explore Your Interests

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Explore Your Interests

Create an account and enjoy content that interests you with your personalized feed

Unlimited Access
Personalized Feed
Full Experience
or
By continuing, you agree to the Privacy Policy.. You also agree to receive our newsletters, you can opt-out any time.

Advertisement

Advertisement