It's been reported that voice actor Masuoka Hiroshi passed away on March 21 due to rectal cancer. He was 83 years old.�

On March 26, Masuoka's agency Haikyo released a statement saying, "On February 21, 2020 at 2:53 am, he passed away while receiving treatment for rectal cancer." The wake and funeral services were held with close family. There will be no public memorial service.�

Masuoka is most known for voicing 'Masuo' in anime 'Sazae-san' and 'Jam Ojisan' in 'Anpanman.'�

We would like to express our deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.�

Source & Image: Cinema Today