Mr. Cathcart was known for playing the characters Professor Oak and Meowth in the long-running franchise. He also made appearances in other popular animated series such as “Yu-Gi-Oh!” and “One Piece.”

The actor portrayed Meowth, James, Professor Oak, and numerous other characters across dozens of "Pokémon" projects.James Carter Cathcart, the voice actor known for portraying multiple characters in the English-language dubs of numerous Pokémon projects,

James Carter Cathcart, a voice actor who starred as several popular character in the “Pokemon” franchise, died Tuesday after a battle with throat cancer. He was 71. Cathcart voiced Professor Oak, his grandson Gary Oak,