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.”

Pokemon and Sonic the Hedgehog legend James Carter Cathcart has died aged 71. The beloved voice actor, who was also known as Jimmy Zoopi, was diagnosed with throat cancer two years ago, and he died this week. Cathcart voiced the likes of Professor Oak, Meowth, Gary Oak and Team Rocket’s James in the English dubs of Pokemon.

On Tuesday, July 8, James Carter Cathcart, the longtime voice actor for several beloved characters within the Pokémon world, died. His wife, Martha Jacobi, revealed the news two days later in a Facebook post shared in a fan club for Cathcart. He was 71.