Voice actor Kato Seizo of Hoshi Ittetsu from "Star of the Giants" fame passed away on January 17 at 11:40 a.m. in Itabashi, Tokyo due to bladder cancer at the age of 86.�

Born in Tokyo, Kato was known for his roles in "Princess Knight" and "Kimba the White Lion" in the 1960s. He also voiced several villains in the Ultraman series.�

Our sincere condolences go out to his family and friends.