Disney Parks and Star Wars Voice Actor Tom Kane Suffers Stroke

Disney Parks and Star Wars Voice Actor Tom Kane Suffers Stroke. You may not know his name, but Star Wars and Disney Parks fans sure know his voice! Voice Actor, Tom Kane recently suffered a stroke that has affected his speech abilities, and according to his doctors, “may not do Voiceovers again”.

Tom’s daughter, Sam shared the update and his condition with his fans sharing, “Hi everyone! This is Tom’s daughter, Sam. Our family wanted to share why my dad has been MIA. About two months ago he had a left side stroke that gave him right sided weakness and damage to the speech center of his brain. This means right now he cannot efficiently communicate verbally, nor read or spell. He is still competent and very much himself, but can only get out a few words right now. As many of you might know about strokes, it is possible for him to gain these functions back and we have found him excellent care in Kansas City for speech, occupational, and physical therapy, but for now, we have been warned by his Neurologist that he may not do Voiceovers again.“

Kane has been a voice actor for Disney for quite some time and is the icon voice heard throughout the Disney Theme Parks during parades, firework shows, ceremonies, stage shows, and special announcements. He also is the voice for characters featured in Star Tours in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Tom is also known for his various role through the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series including: Master Yoda, series Narrator, and Admiral Yularen. Star Wars fans also know him as the voice of Admiral Ackbar in the Star Wars sequels: Rogue One, The Force Awakens, and The Last Jedi.

We wish Mr. Kane a speedy and successful recovery and comfort for his family, friends, and fans during this time. May The Force be with You.✨

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Source: ComicBook

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