Phil Hartman

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Phil Hartman, a Canadian American actor and comedian, is recognized for his work as a voice actor in the English dub of the animated feature Kiki's Delivery Service. In this film, he provides the voice for the character Jiji, a sarcastic and loyal black cat who serves as the witch Kiki's companion and confidant.

Hartman's performance as Jiji is a notable part of his career in animation. The English language version of Kiki's Delivery Service was produced by Walt Disney Pictures, and Hartman was cast as part of a voice ensemble that included Kirsten Dunst as Kiki. His work on this film represents his sole credited role in Japanese anime, a distinctive entry within his broader body of voice work. The role is notable for being his final performance in voice acting. In recognition of this, the end credits of the English dub display a dedication in his memory.

Prior to his involvement with Kiki's Delivery Service, Hartman had already established a substantial career as a voice artist in Western animation. He was a regular contributor to The Simpsons, voicing the recurring characters Troy McClure and Lionel Hutz from 1991 until 1998. His other voice credits from this period include roles in animated series such as DuckTales, TaleSpin, and Darkwing Duck, as well as the film The Brave Little Toaster. His background as a cast member on the sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live and his starring role on the sitcom NewsRadio further defined his career as a comedic performer. The role of Jiji in Kiki's Delivery Service remains a significant part of his legacy for audiences familiar with English dubbed Studio Ghibli films.
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