According to certain sources, Rachael Lillis, the voice behind Misty and Jessie in the Pokémon franchise, was reportedly married to her husband, David Lillis.
Key Takeaways
- Rachael was private about her personal life, maintaining a reserved and low-profile approach.
- In May 2024, a GoFundMe campaign launched by her sister revealed that Lillis had been diagnosed with breast cancer.
- A memorial service is scheduled at St. Andrew’s Church in Long Island, New York.
Nonetheless, her family members have yet to confirm it as she has not shared any details about his job or their marriage date with the public.
Her husband was mentioned in a tweet she posted in 2014, which reads,
Nice picture. Thanks. You took it in a mirror, but you’re not holding your phone. My husband took it. OH!
Aside from this, she hadn’t shared any details about her husband with the media.
She kept her personal life under wraps, remaining tight-lipped and reserved.
Eric Stuart, who collaborated with Ms. Lillis for years, mentioned,
Rachael was low-key, quiet, and sweet in real life.
With the support of her spouse and family, she found the strength and stability to face the challenges of her career and personal life.
Hailing from Niagara Falls, New York, Rachael Lillis was born in 1978 to her parents, John and Constance Lillis.
Her father is a retired maintenance manager and former Navy member, while her mother is a homemaker.
She shared a strong bond with her siblings, including her sisters Colleen King, Brenda Lillis, Pamela Lillis Robertson, Jacqueline Lillis, and Ms. Orr.
Rachael Lillis’s Breast Cancer Diagnosis Revealed In May 2024
In May 2024, Lillis’s sister launched a GoFundMe campaign revealing that Lillis had been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Several of her acting peers shared the campaign to contribute to the fundraising efforts for her care.
Despite these efforts, Lillis tragically passed away from the disease at the age of 46 in Los Angeles on August 10, 2024.
Veronica Taylor, the voice actor known for Ash Ketchum, announced her de*th with a Twitter post.
We all know Rachael Lillis from the many wonderful roles she played. She filled our Saturday mornings and before/after school hours with her beautiful voice, her terrific comic timing, and her remarkable acting skills. #RachaelLillis pic.twitter.com/XOjFqY0C1L
— Veronica Taylor (@TheVeronicaT) August 12, 2024
Following the heartbreaking news, a comment from one user read,
I’m truly heartbroken to hear this one, Rachael is a legendary staple of my youth, and I’ll never forget the adventures she helped bring to life. God bless her, and may we ever keep her memory alive.
In response to the tragic announcement, another user wrote,
Goodbye and thank you for a childhood of memories, Rachael Lillis 😭
Laurie Orr, Lillis’s sister, further verified her passing by stating,
It is indeed a tough time right now. My sweet little sister, Rachael (‘Rae’) did pass away, the evening of August 10th. She had a kind heart, and truly appreciated all the outpouring of love and concern from friends and fans worldwide!
A memorial service for Rachael Lillis is set for August 18th at St. Andrew’s Church in Long Island, New York, with the ceremony commencing at 2 PM.
Her loved ones will gather to pay their respects. May she rest in peace!
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Her notable contribution includes eight seasons of voice acting on the Pokémon anime series.
- Rachael went to Smith College as a premed student and later studied acting in Boston and New York City, participating in numerous theatre productions, animated series, and indie films.
- She was originally based in New York City but moved to Los Angeles in 2013.
