Dave Mallow, a versatile American voice actor known for his roles in Power Rangers and numerous anime series, spent his final days in hospice care.
According to The Standard, the 76-year-old performer passed away on Tuesday at the MonteCedro Senior Living Community in Altadena, California, following a period of declining health.
Before establishing himself as a prominent voice actor in Los Angeles, Mallow built a solid foundation in radio broadcasting. His 12-year career in the Midwest and New York City's radio industry provided him with the experience and skills that would later define his success in voice acting.
Mallow's portrayal of the villain Baboo in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers became one of his most recognizable performances.
His involvement in the franchise spanned 138 episodes from 1993 to 1999, during which he brought the character to life with his distinctive vocal talent.
His contributions to the Power Rangers universe extended beyond the original series. He continued to lend his voice to various characters in subsequent iterations, including Power Rangers in Space, Power Rangers Zeo, and Power Rangers Time Force.
The talented voice actor also made his mark in the world of anime dubbing. His role as Dogtanian in The Return of Dogtanian, a sequel to the 1980s Spanish-Japanese cartoon Dogtanian and the Three Muskehounds, showcased his versatility in character portrayal.
Throughout his career, Mallow demonstrated remarkable range by voicing characters in popular anime series. His work included roles in Digimon: Digital Monsters, Naruto, and Yu-Gi-Oh!, establishing himself as a respected figure in the anime dubbing community.
The gaming industry also benefited from Mallow's expertise. His voice work appeared in several high-profile video game franchises, including Call of Duty, Battleship, Resident Evil, Street Fighter, and Final Fantasy.
Beyond his voice acting responsibilities, Mallow contributed to the anime industry as a writer and director. His creative involvement helped shape various anime projects throughout his career.
News of Mallow's passing prompted an outpouring of appreciation from fans on social media. One supporter shared their heartfelt message on X:
Heartbroken to hear of the passing of veteran voice actor Dave Mallow, he was one of the cornerstones of my childhood with Digimon, Power Rangers & FLCL, rest in peace and thank you for the memories
Another fan acknowledged Mallow's extensive contributions to their favorite series, expressing:
Rest in Peace Dave Mallow, best known for Angemon and his evolutions as well as other digimon plus Rita's henchman Baboo from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and other monsters of the week
Dave Mallow, aged 76, passed away on Tuesday at the MonteCedro Senior Living Community in Altadena, California. The veteran voice actor, whose career spanned radio broadcasting, television animation, and video games, left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry through his memorable performances in Power Rangers, anime series, and video games. He is survived by his older sister, Marilyn, who resides at the same senior living facility.
