Atsuko Tanaka passed away on August 20th at the age of 61. The news was announced on Mausu Promotion‘s official website, where she was affiliated. She had been recovering from an illness for some time.
A comment was posted on X (formerly Twitter) by Atsuko Tanaka‘s son:
“To all of you who have always been a part of our lives,
On August 20, 2024, my mother Atsuko Tanaka, a voice actor, passed away.
From my heart, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to all the fans who loved Atsuko Tanaka and to all those in the industry who took care of her during her life.
I’m very sorry to have to inform you of our family relationship in this way.
At my mother’s request, we will not reveal the specific name of the disease. Still, in the typical Atsuko Tanaka way, it seems to me that her life, including her nearly year-long battle with this disease, was serious, dignified and a tiny bit playful.
I am truly happy to have a mother as strong as she was.
Last but not least, I hope you will never forget the works that Atsuko Tanaka has been sincerely involved in, the characters she has lovingly created and the voice actor Atsuko Tanaka herself.
With love to my mother, an actor/voice actor, whom I respect and love.” (via Crunchyroll)
Atsuko Tanaka photo:
Atsuko Tanaka was born on November 14, 1962 in Gunma Prefecture. She played the role of Motoko Kusanagi in the “Ghost in the Shell” series, Lisa Lisa in “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure“, Hanami in “JUJUTSU KAISEN” and many more.
Source: Comic Natalie
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