Voice actress Atsuko Tanaka passes away | Appeared in many works, including the role of Kusanagi Motoko in the “Ghost in the Shell” series and Mary Sera in “Detective Conan”On August 20, 2024, Mausu Promotion and her son, voice actor Hikaru Tanaka, announced that voice actress Atsuko Tanaka had passed away.

Atsuko Tanaka has appeared in many anime and games, including Caster in “Fate/stay night,” Bayonetta in “Bayonetta,” and Hanami in “Jujutsu Kaisen.” In dubbing, she has played Audrey in “24,” Tracy in “Beverly Hills 90210,” and Ravenna (Charlize Theron) in “Snow White and the Huntsman.”

Tanaka Atsuko’s role as Kusanagi Motoko in the Ghost in the Shell series is often cited as one of her most representative works. Since her role in Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex, she has played the role of Kusanagi Motoko in many long-running series.

Sometimes appearing as a woman with a cool and elegant air, and sometimes as a woman who is gentle and embracing, Tanaka’s strong and dignified voice vividly colors so many works.

Upon hearing the news of Tanaka’s passing, people involved with the series and voice actors posted their memories. It’s clear that Tanaka was loved not only for his acting, but also for his personality.

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