Rachael Lillis, a voice actor identified for her intensive work on the Pokémon anime franchise, sadly handed away on tenth August 2024 on the age of 46.
This information comes by way of fellow voice actor Veronica Taylor (Ash Ketchum), who shared an announcement on social media, calling Lillis “a rare expertise” and “a shiny mild”.
Lillis performed numerous roles throughout her tenure with the Pokémon anime, together with a number of of the creatures themselves, however is maybe finest identified for her work in bringing Misty and Jessie to life.
It was confirmed earlier this yr that Lillis had developed breast most cancers, and Taylor referenced this by merely stating “Rachael was so grateful for all the beneficiant love and assist that was given to her as she battled with most cancers”.
A memorial will probably be deliberate for Lillis at a later date. For now, we be part of 1000’s of Pokémon followers in thanking Lillis and remembering her outstanding contribution to the enduring anime. Along with her appearances on TV, she additionally offered voiceover work for a number of films, together with Pokémon: The First Film, Pokémon: The Film 2000, and Pokémon 3: Spell of the Unown.
Her work offering the voice for Jigglypuff has additionally been utilised extensively within the Tremendous Smash Bros. franchise.
Our ideas exit to Rachael Lillis’ household and buddies at this tough time.
