Julie Mayfield Voice Actor Anime One Piece to Fruits Basket Passes Away

Kapanlagi.com - The entertainment world and voice acting are once again shrouded in sorrow. Sad news comes from the United States, where one of the iconic voices that brought popular anime characters to life has departed. The passing of the figure behind fans' favorite characters certainly leaves a deep sadness, especially for those who have followed and enjoyed her work for years in Japanese animated series.

The figure in question is Julie Mayfield, a veteran voice actress known for her contributions to various renowned anime titles. She is famous for her role as Dr. Kureha in the English dub of One Piece and Kyoko Honda, the mother of the main character, in the anime series Fruits Basket (2001). Mayfield passed away at the age of 67, leaving an unforgettable voice legacy in the hearts of anime fans.

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1. Iconic Voice Legacy in the World of Anime

Julie Mayfield Voice Actor Anime

According to Mary Collins Agency, the agency representing her, Julie Mayfield reportedly passed away on November 20. Mayfield had worked with the agency for 35 years, marking a long dedication in the world of acting and voice acting.

Throughout her illustrious career, Mayfield was known for her wide vocal range. Anime fans recognized her for her iconic role as Kyoko Honda, Tohru's mother, in the Fruits Basket (2001) series and also as the eccentric doctor, Dr. Kureha, in the Funimation dub of One Piece. Not only that, Mayfield also lent her voice to other important characters such as Eva Kaden (known as Eri Kisaki in the original version) in the anime Case Closed (Detective Conan) and Queen Victoria in the Black Butler series. Her distinctive voice will always be remembered in these popular animated series.

2. Long Dedication on Stage and in the Acting World

Julie Mayfield Voice Actor Anime (credit: x.com/@animejesus99)

Julie Mayfield's dedication is not limited to the voice recording booth. She is also an active theater actress. Mayfield frequently performs on the theater stage in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Her talent in improvisation has also been honed through her participation in improvisational comedy groups such as 4 out of 5 Doctors and Lone Star Comedy. Mayfield's multifaceted role as a theater actress and voice actor showcases her total commitment to the world of acting. To honor the late actress, the agency announced that a memorial service will be held in 2026. The passing of Julie Mayfield is a great loss to the anime industry, theater, and the entire fan community that loved her voice and work.

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