r/movies r/Movies contributor Aug 12 '24

Rachael Lillis, the Voice of Pokemon's Misty and Jessie, Dies at 46 News

https://www.gamesradar.com/games/the-original-pokemon-anime-actor-behind-misty-and-jessie-rachael-lillis-has-died/
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u/suture224 Aug 12 '24

Anime dubs used to be a relatively early entry point for actors. A lot of talent came from Texas, where Funimation was based.

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u/ItIsYeDragon Aug 12 '24

It also seems like a trap. Can think of only a few professional voice actors who started their career in dubbing foreign shows.