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Tony Germano, a renowned Brazilian voice actor and performer, died at 55 after falling from the roof of his São Paulo home during renovations. He was known for his work in Portuguese-language versions of popular Netflix, Nickelodeon, and Disney shows, as well as stage performances. A memorial service was held to honor his impactful career.
Courtney Lin has been confirmed as the new voice actress for Princess Peach and Baby Peach in Mario Kart World, succeeding Samantha Kelly after 18 years, and has expressed her respect for her predecessors and enthusiasm for the role.
Courtney Lin has been confirmed as the new voice actress for Princess Peach, with her first recordings for Mario Kart World and her role as Baby Peach. She expressed her honor and respect for the role, ending controversy over the recasting, which previously involved Samantha Kelly being informed just a day before the game's launch. Additionally, Kouji Takeda continues voicing Donkey Kong in recent projects.
James Carter Cathcart, renowned voice actor for Pokémon characters like James, Meowth, and Professor Oak, has died at 71 after battling throat cancer, ending a notable career in anime voice acting and music.
James Carter Cathcart, renowned for voicing Professor Oak, Meowth, and other characters in Pokémon, has died at age 71 after a battle with throat cancer. He was also known for his work in Sonic the Hedgehog games and retired after his diagnosis. Fans and colleagues remember him as a joyful and talented individual.
Nintendo has officially recast the voice actors for Princess Peach, Toad, and Toadette, with Samantha Kelly, the previous voice actress, expressing sadness over the change. Takashi Nagasako, who voiced Donkey Kong, has also been replaced by Koji Takeda. These moves are part of Nintendo's recent updates to the Mario cast.
Samantha Kelly, who voiced Princess Peach and Toad for 18 years, has been replaced by Nintendo, ending her long tenure with the characters, which she announced on Instagram, coinciding with Nintendo's release of Switch 2 and new Mario titles.
Jonathan Joss Gonzales, a voice actor known for 'King of the Hill' and 'Parks and Recreation,' was shot and killed in San Antonio amid a dispute with neighbors, with police detaining a suspect. The incident follows ongoing neighborhood conflicts and threats, and comes shortly after Gonzales's appearance at a TV festival where he spoke about personal struggles. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have denied any connection to his sexual orientation.
Jonathan Joss, the voice of John Redcorn on King of the Hill, was tragically killed in a shooting in San Antonio at age 59, reportedly following a heated argument with a neighbor. His husband expressed grief and love, highlighting Joss's resilience after losing his home and pets in a fire earlier this year. Joss was also known for TV roles in ER, Charmed, and Parks and Recreation, and was a musician with The Red Corn Band.
Jonathan Joss, the voice actor known for voicing John Redcorn on 'King of the Hill,' was shot and killed in San Antonio at age 59. The incident involved a neighbor after a disagreement, and the shooter was detained. Joss had also appeared in other TV shows and films, and had recorded lines for the upcoming revival of 'King of the Hill.'
Famous voice actor Yuri Lowenthal suggests a Persona 4 remake is in the works and implies he has been recast, despite no official announcement from Atlus or Sega, fueling rumors of a potential project and recasting similar to Persona 3 Reload.
Keanu Reeves has been announced as the voice of Shadow in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film, sparking excitement among fans who have been sharing memes and speculating about his involvement. Reeves' connection to the first Sonic film was hinted at in a scene referencing his role in the movie Speed. Fans are also drawing parallels between Reeves' iconic roles and his new role as Shadow, and are looking forward to his performance in the film, which is set to release on 20th December.
Amazon's animated superhero show "Invincible" quietly recast the character D.A. Sinclair, originally voiced by Ezra Miller in the first season, with veteran voice actor Eric Bauza for the ongoing second season. The decision to recast comes amidst controversy surrounding Miller's public persona and legal issues, leading to speculation about the reasons behind the change. This serves as a reminder of Miller's absence from the public eye since 2022, with no recent work or public appearances due to reported mental health issues.
Mark Dodson, the voice actor known for bringing to life iconic characters such as Salacious Crumb in Star Wars and the gremlins in Gremlins, has passed away at the age of 64. Dodson's unique voice talents extended to various video games and films, and he continued to make an impact in the entertainment industry. He is survived by his daughter and grandchildren.
Mark Dodson, the voice actor known for his work in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Gremlins, passed away at the age of 64. His career spanned over four decades, and he was known for his unique voice and sound in movies, video games, commercials, and advertisements. Dodson's other notable credits include Day of the Dead, Deadwood Park, Kaptara, and Headcheese: The Movie, as well as voicing characters in the gaming industry. He was honored to be inducted into local chapters of the Star Wars 501st Legions and leaves behind a loving family, close friends, and adoring fans around the world.