Rachael Lillis, the talented voice actress renowned for bringing life to beloved Pokémon characters Misty and Jessie, has passed away at the age of 46
Category
✨
PeopleTranscript
00:00Rachel Lillies, the talented voice actress renowned for bringing life to beloved Pokemon
00:04characters Misty and Jessie, has passed away at the age of 46.
00:08The news of her death has left fans and the entertainment industry mourning the loss of
00:12a gifted artist who played a significant role in the global success of the Pokemon series.
00:17Lillies died of breast cancer on Saturday, August 10.
00:20Her voice co-star Veronica Taylor, who voices Ash, announced the beloved artist's demise
00:24news on Monday.
00:26She wrote on Twitter, Rachel was an extraordinary talent, a bright light that shone through
00:30her voice, whether speaking or singing.
00:32Born in 1987 in New York, Rachel Lillies began her voice acting career in the mid-90s and
00:37quickly became a prominent figure in the world of anime.
00:40In addition to her roles in Pokemon, she voiced characters in other popular series such as
00:45Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, and Sonic X.
00:47Her versatility as an actress allowed her to portray a wide range of characters, from
00:51strong-willed heroines to mischievous villains, earning her recognition and respect in the
00:56industry.
00:57Lillies' voice became synonymous with two of the most iconic characters in the Pokemon
01:01franchise.
01:02She voiced Misty, one of the original Pokemon trainers, and a central figure in the early
01:06seasons of the anime, and Jessie, the flamboyant and determined member of Team Rocket.
01:10Rachel worked on Pokemon for over 423 episodes from 1997 to 2015.
01:16Rachel's work has made an indelible mark on the world of animation, and she will be
01:20forever remembered fondly by all who knew and loved her characters.