Billy Kametz

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Billy Kametz death: Voice actor dies aged 35 (The Independent)

Performer had taken a break from acting after being diagnosed with colon cancer.

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Billy Kametz, Voice of Josuke and Ferdinand, Has Died (Siliconera)

Billy Kametz, whose roles include Josuke Higashikata and Ferdinand von Aegir, has died from colon cancer at the age of 35.

His burial will be on June 18, 2022. The viewing for Billy Kametz will take place on June 15, 2022. Instead of sending flowers, his online obituary states that fans should consider contributing to the Colon Cancer Coalition under Kametz’ name.

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Billy Kametz Dies: Popular Video Game And Anime Voice Actor Was ... (Yahoo Entertainment)

Tributes have been paid across social media to voice actor Billy Kametz, following his death from colon cancer. The 35-year-old actor was well-known within ...

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Anime fans pay tribute to Billy Kametz after voice actor passes away ... (HITC)

Anime fans around the world are paying tribute to voice actor Billy Kametz, who sadly passed away this week aged 35 years old.

Remember that if you want to support Kametz’s family, the GoFundMe is only open until June 14th. “Anyone who has met Billy will tell you he is one of the most sincere, humble and loving people they have ever met. As fans pay tribute to the late Kametz online, there are still ways that you can help support his family and the wider battle against colon cancer. However, there are certain people from within our industry that can bring anime fans from all walks of life together to celebrate the accomplishments that they made. His infectious personality and smile always lit up a room with so much joy and happiness. Back in April 2022, Kametz revealed in a YouTube video that he had been diagnosed with stage four colon cancer.

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Billy Kametz Died: What Was His Cause Of Death? Funeral (We Publish News)

It is with sadness that we bid farewell to Billy Kametz, who passed away on June 9th at the age of 35. Our thoughts go to his family, friends,

In addition, we can offer you German resources such as the network against colon cancer, the Felix Burda Foundation, and the German Cancer Aidsuggest. Of course, you can also use the comments section of this article to share your fondest memories of Billy Kametz and his work with our community. Over the course of his short life, the voice actor has lent his voice to numerous anime and video game characters, bringing them to life with unmistakable energy and infectious enthusiasm. Our thoughts go to his family, friends, and all those close to him.

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Pokémon, Fire Emblem Voice Actor Billy Kametz Dies At 37 (Chiang Rai Times)

(CTN News) - Billy Kametz, a voice actor who had become particularly famous over the past few years, has sadly passed away. He was just 35 years old.

I ask for forgiveness for the slightly delayed update as we made sure to notify loved ones first.” What was Billy Kametz’s cause of death? - 1.1 What was Billy Kametz’s cause of death?

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How Did Billy Kametz Die? Voice Actor Cause of Death JoJo's ... (Social Telecast)

Reportedly, 35-year-old Billy Kametz was a popular American voice actor who had worked on many prestigious projects, Check What Happened With HIm?

So that, their strength could remain ahead to bear the pain of losing an integral part of their family. But besides all these, the exact reason behind the death is remaining ascertained, as his family did not make any statement besides confirming the news of his departure. We are extremely sad to announce the unexpected passing of a popular voice artist, which left uncounted in deep shock as no one had even amused that a day will bring something worst for them.

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Attack on Titan & Pokemon Voice Actor Billy Kametz Dies at 35 (Screen Rant)

Billy Kametz, the voice actor who played Ren in Pokémon and Nicolo in Attack on Titan, among many other game and anime roles, passes away at age 35.

Tragically, three voice actors who had the opportunity to work with him, Kaiji von Tang (Takatoshi Hijiyama in 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim), Kira Buckland (Jolyne Cujoh in Jojo's Bizarre Adventure), and Matthew Mercer ( Jotaro Kujo in Jojo's Bizarre Adventure), joined a Twitter thread celebrating his work mere days before he died, describing him as "masterful," "[warm] and [sincere]," and "wonderful, uplifting, and optimistic." He is survived by his parents, sister, and girlfriend Erica Lindbeck, who ask that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the Colon Cancer Coalition. He also stepped into an iconic role in the 2019 Android and iOS game Pokémon Masters: Blue, the original rival of the Generation 1 Pokémon games.

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Billy Kametz, 'Pokemon' and 'Fire Emblem' voice actor, dead at 35 (KIRO Seattle)

Kametz died of colon cancer at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania, according to his obituary. The actor voiced the character of ...

“That would make me really, really happy.” “If you guys could do me a favor, anybody that is replacing me on any show, if you could just please -- it’s such a weird thing for an actor to have to do -- if you could just support the crap out of them and be their biggest cheerleader,” Kametz said in the video. The actor voiced the character of Naofumi Iwatani in “The Rising of the Shield Hero” in 2019 and won Best Voice Actor Performance at the 4th Crunchyroll Anime Awards, according to Deadline. The Hershey native also voiced characters in anime series such as “Attack on Titan,” “Boruto,” “Demon Slayer,” “JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure,” “Pokémon Journeys” and “Neon Genesis Evangelion,” according to the website.

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Billy P. Kametz, 1987-2022 (The Sun)

Billy P. Kametz, 35, of Middletown entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 9, 2022 at M.S. Hershey Medical Center. He was born on March 22, 1987 in Lancaster ...

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Billy Kametz Dies: Popular Video Game And Anime Voice Actor Was ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Tributes have been paid across social media to voice actor Billy Kametz, following his death from colon cancer. The 35-year-old actor was well-known within ...

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Billy Kametz, Video Game and Anime Voice Actor, Dies at 35 (Collider.com)

Billy Kametz, a well-known anime and video game voice actor, has died at the age of 35.

Kametz is survived by his parents William and Cheryl, his sister Nikki Kametz Lees and her two sons, and his loving girlfriend Erica Lindbeck, who is also a voice actress. The agency, Point of Contact, first announced Kametz's passing with a tweet that read: “With tremendous and heartbroken regret, we must inform you of the passing of @BillyKametz.” The agency then posted a second tweet that read “Billy loved his fans so much and I know this is a horrible shock. Kametz then proceeded to say, “If you guys could do me a favor, anybody that is replacing me on any show, if you could just please — it’s such a weird thing for an actor to have to do — if you could just support the crap out of them and be their biggest cheerleader, that would make me really, really happy.”

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Billy Kametz, Jojo's Bizarre Adventure and Promare Voice Actor ... (Gizmodo)

Our thoughts go out to the Kametz family during this sad time.

“He wanted everyone to know how much it was appreciated and thanks everyone, especially his fans who he loved so much. Both her and Kametz, she said, were “blown away” by the support given to them by fans and the voice acting community and the weeks prior to his passing. Billy Kametz, an anime and video game voice actor, has passed away at the age of 35.

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Anime Industry Remembers Billy Kametz with Touching Tributes: Read (Comicbook.com)

This week, the anime industry was given unimaginable news as fans learned one of its most talented stars had passed. On June 11th, news broke that Billy ...

I can't believe the last time I saw you was the last time. She was the one who recommended @BillyKametz. She was right. We lost a dear member of our Pokémon cast this week, the wonderful— Sarah Natochenny (@sarahnatochenny) @BillyKametz. Sending so much love to his family and our community. TRULY one of the nicest people in VO. What a kind, talented soul taken too soon. We'll do our best to carry on your spirit and hold you tight in our hearts. When we finally had the chance to spend some quality time together, I discovered just how wonderful, uplifting, and optimistic he is. He was too good for this world. Know that he left this world peacefully, knowing how loved he is and always will be. Billy and I would regularly share thoughts of disbelief and joy at the outpouring of generosity you all gave him. I am going to close this GFM formally on Tuesday, June 14, to allow for final thoughts and donations. His full obituary is below. These tributes stress the actor was not only a genuinely kind person but one who cared deeply for fans and even passing strangers.

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'Pokémon' voice actor Billy Kametz dies from colon cancer at 35 ... (USA TODAY)

Billy Kametz, a voice actor known for his work on "Pokémon," "Neon Genesis," "Attack on Titan," "Beasters" and more, has died from colon cancer at 35.

Billy was always most gracious towards all of his fans and appreciated the opportunity to do something he loved so much each day," his obituary read. His voice is also behind video game characters in "Marvel Avengers Academy," "Epic Seven" and "The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners." "Anyone who has met Billy will tell you he is one of the most sincere, humble and loving people they have ever met.

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Billy Kametz, beloved voice actor, dies at 35 from colon cancer (Today.com)

Billy Kametz, best known for his work as a voice actor, died on Thursday, June 9 after he was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer earlier this year.

At the time, he said that he was “doing OK” and that he had a supportive team of doctors and specialists behind him. "You were one of the best of us... The disease is beatable in 90 percent of cases that are detected early, according to Stand Up to Cancer. But it comforts me that his legacy will continue with his work and all of the fans who are even now discovering what an extraordinary man he was.” “Know that he left this world peacefully, knowing how loved he is and always will be. "Anyone who has met Billy Kametz will tell you he is one of the warmest, kindest, most-sincere human beings on this earth," the page said.

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Billy Kametz, Video Game and Anime Voice Actor, Dies at 35 (Collider.com)

Billy Kametz, a well-known anime and video game voice actor, has died at the age of 35.

Kametz is survived by his parents William and Cheryl, his sister Nikki Kametz Lees and her two sons, and his loving girlfriend Erica Lindbeck, who is also a voice actress. The agency, Point of Contact, first announced Kametz's passing with a tweet that read: “With tremendous and heartbroken regret, we must inform you of the passing of @BillyKametz.” The agency then posted a second tweet that read “Billy loved his fans so much and I know this is a horrible shock. Kametz then proceeded to say, “If you guys could do me a favor, anybody that is replacing me on any show, if you could just please — it’s such a weird thing for an actor to have to do — if you could just support the crap out of them and be their biggest cheerleader, that would make me really, really happy.”

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Billy Kametz, Voice Actor Known for JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and ... (/FILM)

Video game and anime voice actor Billy Kametz has died at the age of 35. Kametz had a long list of credits that included voicing the main role of Josuke ...

In a video posted to his YouTube account back in late April, Kametz revealed that he had been diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer and that it had spread to other parts of his body. Kametz is survived by his parents, sister, brother-in-law, nephews, uncles, aunt, and girlfriend Erica Lindbeck, who is also a voice actress. Kametz was born on March 22, 1987 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and grew up in nearby Hershey, where he passed away on June 9, 2022.

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