Voice Actress Yukiko Nikaido, Known as the First Voice of Fujiko Mine, Passes Away at 87
Yukiko Nikaido, the actress and voice actress best remembered for voicing Fujiko Mine in the original 1971 Lupin the 3rd TV anime, has died of old age at 87.
Actress and Voice Actress Daveigh Chase Dies at 35
Daveigh Chase, the voice of Chihiro in Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away and Lilo in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, has passed away at the age of 35.
Mononoke Trilogy Producer Retires from Producing, Apologizes Over Takahiro Sakurai's Return in Third Film
Koji Yamamoto, producer of the Mononoke film trilogy, has announced his retirement from producing and apologized to fans after criticism over Takahiro Sakurai’s return in the third film.
Veteran Animator Kunihiko Hamada Leaves Madhouse After 35 Years
Renowned animator and character designer Kunihiko Hamada revealed that he ended his time at Madhouse in late March after dedicating 35 years to the studio.
Voice Actor Kenjiro Tsuda Sues TikTok Over Alleged Unauthorized AI Voice Cloning
Renowned voice actor Kenjiro Tsuda has filed a lawsuit against TikTok in the Tokyo District Court, alleging that videos using an AI-generated imitation of his voice were posted on the platform without his consent.
Miyano Mamoru Announces End of Ameba Blog, Moves to New Fan Club Site "MAMO LINK"
Voice actor, singer, and entertainer Miyano Mamoru announces he will stop posting on Ameba Blog on June 7, 2025, launching a new fan club site called “MAMO LINK” for deeper, more direct communication with fans.
