The veteran voice actor had a left-sided stroke in November 2020, resulting in right-sided weakness and damaging the speech center. In December 2020 his daughter shared the condition publicly, noting he struggled to speak clearly and requiring 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. His death closes a storied career in Star Wars and Nickelodeon voices.
Tom Kane is a retired American voice actor known for his work in animations and video games, most notably in the Star Wars franchise.
thecardinalfacts.comVoice Actor Tom Kane Suffers Stroke.
www.nickalive.netTom 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.comVoice actor Tom Kane died at 64 at a hospital in Kansas City on Monday, May 18.
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