#Oyama tribute

Nobuyo Oyama, the legendary voice actress behind Doraemon, one of anime's most beloved characters, has passed away at the age of 90. Oyama, who had been living in a retirement home since 2016 due to dementia, passed away on September 29, 2024. Oyama was best known for her iconic role as the voice of Doraemon, the futuristic robotic cat who became a cultural symbol in Japan and across the globe. Oyama's work as Doraemon was instrumental in making the character as legendary as Astro Boy, another foundational figure in Japanese pop culture. In 2005, Oyama retired from voicing Doraemon, handing the role over to Wasabi Mizuta. Oyama’s range extended to more sinister characters as well. Interestingly, Nobuyo Oyama was an avid gamer herself. Following her death, tributes poured in from fans worldwide. Read more in our articles including "Iconic Doraemon Voice Actress Nobuyo Oyama Passes Away at 90" and "Europe enters the MLBB esports scene with first PGL Mobile Legends Challengers tournament".