Remembering Atsuko Tanaka, the Voice Behind Bayonetta
Atsuko Tanaka, known for her iconic role as the Japanese voice of Bayonetta, has sadly passed away after battling an unnamed illness for over a year. She was 61 years old at the time of her death.
A Tribute to Atsuko Tanaka
The heartbreaking news of Tanaka’s passing was shared by her son, Hikaru Tanaka, on social media just this week. In his post, he praised his mother for her grace, humor, and strength throughout her illness, stating that she fought bravely until the end.
“It was truly characteristic of Atsuko Tanaka to face her illness with such bravery,” her son wrote (translated by Anime Corner). “I am grateful to have had such a proud and strong mother.”
PlatinumGames Mourns the Loss
In response to the news, the developers of Bayonetta, PlatinumGames, expressed their deep sorrow over the passing of Atsuko Tanaka.
“We are incredibly saddened by the loss of Atsuko Tanaka, who brought life to the character of Bayonetta through her voice acting,” the statement read. “We are grateful for her contributions and extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
In addition to her role as Bayonetta, Atsuko Tanaka was also known for her work as Kusanagi Motoko in Ghost in the Shell, as well as voicing characters in video game series such as Lara Croft in Tomb Raider, Yennefer in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and Trish in Devil May Cry 5.
FAQs
Q: What was Atsuko Tanaka best known for?
A: Atsuko Tanaka was best known for her role as the Japanese voice of Bayonetta in the popular video game series.
Q: How did PlatinumGames react to Atsuko Tanaka’s passing?
A: PlatinumGames expressed their deep sadness and gratitude for Atsuko Tanaka’s contributions to the Bayonetta series in a heartfelt statement.
Q: What other characters did Atsuko Tanaka voice?
A: In addition to Bayonetta, Atsuko Tanaka also lent her voice to characters like Kusanagi Motoko in Ghost in the Shell and Trish in Devil May Cry 5.
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