As a long-time One Piece fan who’s grown up with Franky and his hilarious antics, I can’t help but feel a mix of emotions upon hearing Kazuki Yao‘s decision to part ways with the iconic role. While it’s always bittersweet when an actor we love moves on, I find solace in the assurance of a “super replacement” coming our way.
Kazuki Yao, renowned for voicing Franky in the beloved anime and manga series “One Piece“, sent a wave of surprise through fans when he declared his departure from the role. This decision has sparked curiosity among fans, leading them to wonder if Yao has found fresh opportunities or if there’s another reason behind this exit from the much-adored series.
Here is what we have learned.
Why One Piece’s Kazuki Yao is leaving as the voice of Franky
Kazuki Yao explained that there was a significant gap between himself and the expected portrayal of Franky, which led to his decision to step down from the character on platform X (previously known as Twitter).
Yao described his exit as both “sad” and “disappointing.” He expressed regret to the fans about his departure, yet promised them an exceptional individual to fill the role instead.
Unfortunately, a parting with someone dear, who I had walked through life alongside for nearly half a century, has happened… Between my ideals and this person, a chasm seems to have formed… So, I decided to step off the SS France. What a regret! What sorrow!! Truly sorry about it… I’ve even prepared a coffin for myself on December 22nd! Looking forward to JF on the 22nd with music♬
— 矢尾一樹 (@yaochan_defu) December 8, 2024
This post garnered over 20 million views, as of writing. Many fans expressed sadness at his departure but also thanked him for his portrayal.
One fan expressed gratitude for your tireless efforts and exceptional vocal performances as Franky and other characters. They also mentioned that your presence will certainly be missed.
I appreciate all that you’ve done! Your portrayal of Franky was uniquely captivating and brought joy to us for years. You’ve touched the hearts of fans everywhere, and your impact will never be forgotten. We’ll miss you dearly, and we wish you only the very best!” – another fan expressed.
As a passionate gamer and die-hard One Piece fan, I can’t contain my excitement! The identity of Franky’s successor will finally be unveiled on the Super Stage RED at Jump Festa 2025, happening on Sunday, December 22, 2024. This revelation comes straight from the official One Piece X account. Additionally, they announced a heartwarming graduation ceremony to commemorate Yao’s remarkable portrayal in the series. Can’t wait to see who will step into those big shoes and continue the legacy!
Apart from Franky, Yao is known for providing voices not only for Bon Clay but also for Jango. In addition to these roles, Yao has also lent his voice talents to Initial D, Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ, and Rance the Animation as a voice actor.
Fans have been worried about Franky’s character and the health of its voice actor, Kazuki Yao, since earlier this year. A post on Japanese website Josei Jishin revealed that Yao was having trouble voicing Franky, and he wasn’t able to deliver his lines as smoothly as before. It’s uncertain if these issues contributed to Yao’s decision to leave the role.
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2024-12-09 13:10