Atsuko Tanaka, a well-known Japanese voice actress, has recently kicked the bucket on August 20, 2024, at the age of 61.
She was among the prominent figures in the anime industry. Anime fans are in deep shock after hearing her death news.
Her son, Hikaru Tanaka, who is also a voice actor, announced her death on social media. Atsuko had been unwell for a year, however, her family did not share what illness she had.
Atsuko was globally famous for her voice roles in popular anime and games. She also voiced characters like Motoko Kusanagi in “Ghost in the Shell,” and Bayonetta in the “Bayonetta” games.
Most people know her for her amazing voice acting which brought Konan to life in Naruto. She is also known for voicing Hanami, a cursed spirit in the anime Jujutsu Kaisen.
Born on November 14, 1962, in Maebashi, Japan, Atsuko dreamed of becoming an actress. She continued to perform on the side after graduating for six years while working in an office.
Later, she went to an acting school and started her voice acting career. She admired Yukiko Nikaido, who voiced Fujiko Mine in “Lupin III.”
Hikaru wrote a heartfelt message praising his mother for her bravery. He even asked fans to remember her characters and her contributions to pulling anime into the mainstream.
Nobody can deny her role in propelling the anime industry worldwide. It is undoubtedly a significant loss for the anime industry.
Atsuko Tanaka’s work will always be remembered by her fans.
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