He was known for playing Professor Oak and Meowth in the long-running franchise. He also made appearances in other popular animated series such as “Yu-Gi-Oh!” and “One Piece.”

James Carter Cathcart, a voice actor who starred as several popular character in the “Pokemon” franchise, died Tuesday after a battle with throat cancer. He was 71. Cathcart voiced Professor Oak, his grandson Gary Oak,

James Carter Cathcart, the beloved voice behind some of Pokémon's most recognisable English-language characters, died on 10 July at the age of 71. He passed away at home in upstate New York, surrounded by family,