The voice acting industry has lost a legend this week as it’s been reported that Atsuko Tanaka has passed away at the age of 61 from an undisclosed disease. Tanaka had a prolific career in voice acting that spanned games, anime, TV series, and more as she lent her talents to some of the most popular characters in modern pop culture. Among those in particular are Bayonetta’s Japanese voice and the voice of Chun-Li in Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike.

Legendary voice actor Atsuko Tanaka passes away at 61

Blue Lock officially unveils the title and key visuals for its much-anticipated second season. Titled “Blue Lock vs. U-20 Japan,” the upcoming season is set to premiere on October 5 in Japan. The newly released key visual captures the tension of the upcoming season, featuring the series’ protagonist,...

Blue Lock Season 2 reveals title and key visuals

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Chris Hemsworth's next lead movie role has been announced as he joins an upcoming Apple Original Films project. The Thor actor will star in The Corsair Code after the company won the film at auction, Deadline reports. It is based on a short story by Jonathan Tropper, who also wrote The Adam Project.

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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Netflix's Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft looks like an action-packed joy ride in its kinetic first trailer.

I Was Iffy About Hayley Atwell’s Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft, But Netflix’s Action-Packed First Look Changed My Mind

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck won’t become Gotham’s Clown Prince of Crime in Joker: Folie á Deux. Joker: Folie á Deux, which is a sequel to 2019’s Joker, will be released in theaters this coming October. The DC film sees Phoenix reprise his role as Arther Fleck/Joker, while Lady Gaga is playing Harley Quinn. While the […]

Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker Won’t Become Gotham’s Clown Prince of Crime in DC’s Folie à Deux Sequel

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These actors were nearly cast as Riker in the "Star Trek" universe, offering a glimpse into what could have been before Jonathan Frakes took the role.

Star Trek: 3 Actors Who Almost Played Riker Before Jonathan Frakes

Bandai Namco has shared a new live-action trailer for the upcoming action-adventure game Unknown 9: Awakening. Throughout Unknown 9: Awakening, Haroona seeks to avenge her mentor and save humanity by utilizing power from another dimension. She used to rely on her mentor, Reika, to help her master abilities about the Fold, a dimension that overlaps her own. Reika taught Haroona about the details surrounding this dimension.

Action-Adventure ‘Unknown 9: Awakening’ Reveals New Live-Action Trailer Ahead of October 2024 Release

There have been quite a few attempts to make the “Tomb Raider” franchise something bigger than just a video game series. First came the popular films starring Angeline Jolie. Then years later, we got a film starring Alicia Vikander. And sometime in the future, we’re expecting a series from the mind of Phoebe Waller-Bridge. But for now, all you “Tomb Raider” fans are going to have the upcoming animated series, “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft.”

‘Tomb Raider: The Legend Of Lara Croft’ Teaser: Hayley Atwell Stars In Netflix’s Upcoming Animated Series

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	SPOILER ALERT: This story contains spoilers for “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which is now playing in theaters. Chris Evans 'Couldn't Pass Up' Playing Johnny Storm Again in 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' Reveals Why He Declined Ryan Reynolds' Cue Cards Offer




	Wesley Snipes has broken two Guinness World Records after making a unexpected appearance as Blade in “Deadpool & Wolverine.” 




	The actor’s return as the half-vampire “daywalker” in superhero threequel comes 25 years and 340 days after he first played the character in 1998’s “Blade,” according to Guinness World Records, securing him the record of the longest career as a live-action Marvel character. Snipes beat...

Wesley Snipes Breaks Two Guinness World Records After Blade Return in ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’

Peter Parker and Doctor Strange really did mess up the timeline in Spider-Man: No Way Home, huh? By the time this December rolls around, marking three years since that epic threequel’s release, we’ll have had four — count ’em, four — of Sony’s sub-par Spidey spinoffs force themselves in our faces, and yet no Spider-Man 4.

Sony revealed to have sabotaged Tom Holland’s ‘Spider-Man 4,’ but Marvel Studios may still have a secret way to save it

SNK Corporation shared another character trailer for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves for Preecha, a brand new character making her debut in the game. Here’s a blurb on the character, plus her new trailer:. Preecha – Voice Actor: Mia Paige in English, Chika Anzai in Japanese. A...

Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves introduces newcomer Preecha

Publisher and developer Aniplex shared new trailers for Alterna Welt: Blue Exorcist Another Story. The new trailers show off their new game based on the manga and anime of the same name, new media revealed alongside the game’s key art:. Here’s a rundown on the game, plus the new...

Alterna Welt: Blue Exorcist Another Story reveals fourth trailer and theme song

Legendary Entertainment is once again diving into the world of kaiju and Jaegers, as the studio is set to develop a prequel series for the Pacific Rim franchise. This new project will be spearheaded by screenwriter Eric Heisserer, who known for his work on Shadow and Bone and the Oscar-nominated film Arrival.

‘Pacific Rim’ Origin Series In Development

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Paramount+ today announced that Sandro Rosta will star in the original series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, joining the cast as a cadet. The upcoming series will follow the adventures of a new class of Starfleet cadets as they come of age in one of the most legendary places in the galaxy. Produced by CBS Studios, the highly anticipated new series will begin production later this month.

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Recruits A New Cadet

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Ghost in the Shell Voice Actress Atsuko Tanaka Passes Away

In a statement on Twitter, Japanese voice actor Hikaru Tanaka revealed that his mother, Atsuko Tanaka, who was most famous as Motoko Kusanagi in the Ghost...

Ghost in the Shell Voice Actress Atsuko Tanaka Passes Away

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