The voice star behind some of Pokémon’s best-loved characters has retired from the anime.
James Carter Cathcart has provided multiple voices for the anime since 1998. These include Professor Oak and his grandson Gary and, since 2006, he has also voiced Team Rocket members James and Meowth.
It was reported in January that Cathcart had advanced cancer, which started in his tongue and had spread to his neck. The news was announced by his wife Martha via the website CaringBridge.
In a new post shared on 17 April, Martha, who previously said the cancer was treatable, revealed that the voice actor’s tumour “didn’t respond to the induction chemotherapy”.
Cathcart, 69, will now undertake a more aggressive form of chemo, which will begin in May.
While sharing the update Martha added: “In other news, Jimmy has decided to retire from script adapting and voice dubbing for Pokémon USA, effective at the conclusion...
James Carter Cathcart has provided multiple voices for the anime since 1998. These include Professor Oak and his grandson Gary and, since 2006, he has also voiced Team Rocket members James and Meowth.
It was reported in January that Cathcart had advanced cancer, which started in his tongue and had spread to his neck. The news was announced by his wife Martha via the website CaringBridge.
In a new post shared on 17 April, Martha, who previously said the cancer was treatable, revealed that the voice actor’s tumour “didn’t respond to the induction chemotherapy”.
Cathcart, 69, will now undertake a more aggressive form of chemo, which will begin in May.
While sharing the update Martha added: “In other news, Jimmy has decided to retire from script adapting and voice dubbing for Pokémon USA, effective at the conclusion...
- 4/20/2023
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Now that he’s officially become the very best, like no one ever was, Ash Ketchum is heading into retirement. The long-running and perpetually 10 year-old star of the beloved “Pokémon” anime will exit the series with an upcoming 11-episode run airing in Japan this January, the Pokémon Company announced Friday.
In his place, two new protagonists, Liko and Roy, will be introduced in a new series set in the Paldea region, first seen in this year’s Generation IX “Pokémon” games “Scarlet and Violet.” The series will premiere sometime later in 2023, and feature the starters from the game: Sprigatito (a grass cat), Fuecoco (a fire-breathing crocodile baby), and Quaxly (a water duck).
The news of Ash’s retirement from the anime comes a month after the Japanese airing of the 132nd episode of the “Pokémon Journeys” series, and the 1,217th episode of the anime overall, which saw Ash (voiced in...
In his place, two new protagonists, Liko and Roy, will be introduced in a new series set in the Paldea region, first seen in this year’s Generation IX “Pokémon” games “Scarlet and Violet.” The series will premiere sometime later in 2023, and feature the starters from the game: Sprigatito (a grass cat), Fuecoco (a fire-breathing crocodile baby), and Quaxly (a water duck).
The news of Ash’s retirement from the anime comes a month after the Japanese airing of the 132nd episode of the “Pokémon Journeys” series, and the 1,217th episode of the anime overall, which saw Ash (voiced in...
- 12/16/2022
- by Wilson Chapman
- Indiewire
Features the voices of: James Carter Cathcart, Laurie Hymes, Michele Knotz, Eddy Lee, Sarah Natochenny, Lisa Ortiz, Ikue Ôtani, Jake Paque, Haven Paschall, Billy Bob Thompson | Written by Aya Takaha, Eiji Umehara | Directed by Tetsuo Yajima
Directed by Tetsuo Yajima, Pokémon The Movie: The Power of Us is the second film in the rebooted anime film series and the 21st Pokémon released in total. Brightly animated and filled with upbeat messages, it’s safe to say that fans of the franchise won’t be disappointed, though newcomers may find themselves a little lost.
The plot centres on Risa (Laurie Hymes), a schoolgirl who visits her younger brother in hospital and agrees to attend an island-based Wind Festival on his behalf, in order to catch a rare Pokémon. On arrival, Risa meets a number of other characters, including: heroic Pokémon trainer Ash (Sarah Natochenny) and his adorable sidekick Pikachu (Ikue Ôtani...
Directed by Tetsuo Yajima, Pokémon The Movie: The Power of Us is the second film in the rebooted anime film series and the 21st Pokémon released in total. Brightly animated and filled with upbeat messages, it’s safe to say that fans of the franchise won’t be disappointed, though newcomers may find themselves a little lost.
The plot centres on Risa (Laurie Hymes), a schoolgirl who visits her younger brother in hospital and agrees to attend an island-based Wind Festival on his behalf, in order to catch a rare Pokémon. On arrival, Risa meets a number of other characters, including: heroic Pokémon trainer Ash (Sarah Natochenny) and his adorable sidekick Pikachu (Ikue Ôtani...
- 11/23/2018
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
Congratulations to Jesse Csincsak and Ann Lueders!
The Bachelor couple welcomed their third child together, a baby boy named Carter James, on Tuesday, Csincsak confirms to Et.
Exclusive: Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici Are Planning Baby No. 2!
"We are super excited for 2017! We feel like there is no better way to ring in a new year than with an addition to our family," the pro snowboarder tells Et, adding that both mom and baby are doing well and expected to go home on Friday.
Jesse Csincsak
Little Carter James is named after Lueders' late father, Brian Carter Lueders, who died last December. Carter measured 20 inches long, weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz., and was delivered via C-section.
Jesse Csincsak
Exclusive: 'Bachelor' Star Becca Tilley Gushes Over Boyfriend Robert Graham While JoJo Fletcher Shares Update on Wedding Plans
Csincsak and Lueders tied the knot in 2010 after searching for love on reality TV. Csincsak was DeAnna Pappas' final pick on season...
The Bachelor couple welcomed their third child together, a baby boy named Carter James, on Tuesday, Csincsak confirms to Et.
Exclusive: Sean Lowe and Catherine Giudici Are Planning Baby No. 2!
"We are super excited for 2017! We feel like there is no better way to ring in a new year than with an addition to our family," the pro snowboarder tells Et, adding that both mom and baby are doing well and expected to go home on Friday.
Jesse Csincsak
Little Carter James is named after Lueders' late father, Brian Carter Lueders, who died last December. Carter measured 20 inches long, weighed 8 lbs., 4 oz., and was delivered via C-section.
Jesse Csincsak
Exclusive: 'Bachelor' Star Becca Tilley Gushes Over Boyfriend Robert Graham While JoJo Fletcher Shares Update on Wedding Plans
Csincsak and Lueders tied the knot in 2010 after searching for love on reality TV. Csincsak was DeAnna Pappas' final pick on season...
- 12/28/2016
- Entertainment Tonight
It’s a boy for Jesse and Ann Csincsak!
The Bachelorette winner and former Bachelor contestant welcomed their third child via cesarean section on Tuesday, Dec. 27, the father of three confirms to People. Born at 9:44 a.m. in Scottsdale, Arizona, Carter James Csincsak weighed in at 8 lbs., 4 oz., and measured 20 inches long.
Baby Carter — who joins big sister Charlotte Jean, 2½, and brother Noah Theodore, 5½ — has an extra-special name. It honors Ann’s father, who died in December 2015.
“My father-in-law Brian Carter Lueders was a huge part of our lives. Not only was he a grandfather father, but he was...
The Bachelorette winner and former Bachelor contestant welcomed their third child via cesarean section on Tuesday, Dec. 27, the father of three confirms to People. Born at 9:44 a.m. in Scottsdale, Arizona, Carter James Csincsak weighed in at 8 lbs., 4 oz., and measured 20 inches long.
Baby Carter — who joins big sister Charlotte Jean, 2½, and brother Noah Theodore, 5½ — has an extra-special name. It honors Ann’s father, who died in December 2015.
“My father-in-law Brian Carter Lueders was a huge part of our lives. Not only was he a grandfather father, but he was...
- 12/28/2016
- by Jen Juneau
- PEOPLE.com
Congratulations are in order for two Bachelor Nation members. Jesse Csincsak and wife Ann Lueders welcomed their third child, a baby boy, into the world two days after Christmas. "Well Carter James Csincsak is finally here !!!" the proud dad shared on Twitter while confirming the happy news. According to InTouch, who first broke the news, the couple named their son after Ann's late father named Brian Carter Lueders. "2017 is starting out the right way! We are excited for the future and can't wait to see [the couple's two other children] Noah and Charlotte with Carter," Jesse shared with the publication. "It melts my heart to think about it." Jesse...
- 12/28/2016
- E! Online
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