{"id":117864,"date":"2024-08-12T16:24:38","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T16:24:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/12\/rachael-lillis-cause-of-death-beloved-pokemon-star-dies-at-46\/"},"modified":"2024-08-12T16:24:38","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T16:24:38","slug":"rachael-lillis-cause-of-death-beloved-pokemon-star-dies-at-46","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/08\/12\/rachael-lillis-cause-of-death-beloved-pokemon-star-dies-at-46\/","title":{"rendered":"Rachael Lillis&#8217; Cause Of Death: Beloved \u2018Pok\u00e9mon\u2019 Star\u00a0Dies at 46"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The name Rachael Lillis may not sound familiar to you, but her voice has been recognizable to fans for generations.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Rachael was the voice actor behind some of the most beloved \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d of all-time. Sadly, the news was reported in early August that she had passed away.<\/p>\n<p>She was just 46 years old.<\/p>\n<p>What caused Rachael Lillis\u2019 sudden death and how did fans hear the terrible news?<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what we know:<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-1024x591.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-506930 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-1024x591.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-768x443.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-960x554.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940-1080x623.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-899940.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ash, Pikachu and Misty (in the far background) in 4Kids Entertainment\u2019s animated adventure \u201cPokemon 3.\u201d <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by Warner Bros. Pictures)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-rachael-lillis-cause-of-death-pokemon-star-who-voiced-misty-and-jessie-dies-at-46\">Rachael Lillis\u2019 Cause of Death: \u2018Pok\u00e9mon\u2019 Star Who Voiced Misty and Jessie, Dies at 46<\/h2>\n<p>Though many did not know Rachael\u2019s face, if you\u2019ve watched a \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d film or TV show in the last few years, you know her best as Misty and Jessie.<\/p>\n<p>Unbeknownst to many fans until recently, Rachael was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2024. Her sister started a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/help-my-sister-rachael-with-medical-needs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GoFundMe page<\/a> to help with her medical expenses.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>According to the family, Rachael was being cared for at\u00a0 \u201cconvalescence\u201d home getting help, medical oversight, and 24\/7 care.<\/p>\n<p>The family announced her passing on the page, thanking fans who helped Rachael during her difficult last few months.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWith a heavy heart, I regret to say that Rachael has passed away,\u201d her sister posted. \u201cShe passed peacefully Saturday night, without pain, and for that we are grateful. She is with God, the angels, and family that has passed before her, surrounded by infinite Love.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1024x625.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-506931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1024x625.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-960x586.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1080x659.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"625\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1024x625.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-506931 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1024x625.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-960x586.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697-1080x659.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-51100697.jpg\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">1999 Pikachu And Ash In The Animated Movie \u201cPokemon:The First Movie.\u201d  <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo By Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-pokemon-costar-honors-her-longtime-friend\">\u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d Costar Honors Her Longtime Friend\u00a0<\/h2>\n<p>On Monday, Veronica Taylor, Lillis\u2019 \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d co-star who voiced the lead character Ash Ketchum, posted a statement on X following the announcement.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is with a very heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of Rachael Lillis on Saturday evening, 10 August 2024,\u201d Taylor <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TheVeronicaT\/status\/1823000035883438271\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wrote<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cRachael was an extraordinary talent, a bright light that shone through her voice whether speaking or singing.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Taylor then talked about all the wonderful characters Rachael brought to life.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0She will be forever remembered for the many animated roles she played, with her iconic performances as \u2018Pokemon\u2018s\u2019 Misty and Jessie being the most beloved. Rachael was so thankful for all the generous love and support that was given to her as she battled cancer. It truly made a positive difference.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHer family also wishes to thank you as they take this time to grieve privately,\u201d she added. \u201cA memorial is being planned for a future date.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1024x749.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-506932\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1024x749.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-768x562.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-960x702.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1080x790.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\"\/><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1024x749.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-506932 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1024x749.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-300x220.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-768x562.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-960x702.jpg 960w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281-1080x790.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 20px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.thehollywoodgossip.com\/uploads\/2024\/08\/GettyImages-1246762281.jpg\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The impact of Pokemon characters, including Rachael\u2019s beloved Jigglypuff (top left corner), are seen at the 72th toy fair (Spielwarenmesse) in Nuremberg, southern Germany, on February 2, 2023. <span class=\"image-caption-credit\"> (Photo by CHRISTOF STACHE\/AFP via Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-rachael-s-pokemon-characters-from-misty-to-jigglypuff\">Rachael\u2019s Pokemon Characters, From Misty To Jigglypuff<\/h2>\n<p>From the time that \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d anime debuted in 1998, Rachael was a part of the franchise.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>She started as the voice of Misty, the gym leader who specializes in water-type creatures. Misty to this day is arguably one of the most beloved characters in the early \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d universe, alongside Ash, his Pikachu and their friend Brock.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Rachael also voiced Jessie, one half of the villainous Team Rocket alongside her colleague James and their talking Meowth.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>She also brought Jigglypuff, the adorable, singing Pok\u00e9mon, to life, ase well as other several creatures in the \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d universe.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/urls.grow.me\/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cudGhlaG9sbHl3b29kZ29zc2lwLmNvbS8yMDI0LzA4L3JhY2hhZWwtbGlsbGlzLWNhdXNlLW9mLWRlYXRoLw==\/e\/*%7CEMAIL%7C*\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The name Rachael Lillis may not sound familiar to you, but her voice has been recognizable to fans for generations.\u00a0 Rachael was the voice actor behind some of the most beloved \u201cPok\u00e9mon\u201d of all-time. Sadly, the news was reported in early August that she had passed away. She was just 46 years old. What caused [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":117865,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-117864","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-hollywood"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117864","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=117864"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117864\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/117865"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=117864"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=117864"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=117864"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}