Sayuri, My Hero Academia Singer, Dies at 28

Beloved singer Sayuri passed away on September 20, 2024, at the age of 28 after a long battle with a chronic illness. The news was officially announced on her X (formerly known as Twitter) page, with a subsequent statement from her husband and fellow musician, Amaarashi.

While the specific chronic illness was not disclosed in the announcement, the family requested privacy during this difficult time and expressed gratitude for the public’s unwavering support. Sayuri was renowned for her contributions to various anime titles, including My Hero Academia, Erased, and Scum’s Wish.

A rough translation of part of the statement is as follows:

“Sayuri passed away on September 20th at the age of 28. In accordance with the family’s wishes, a private funeral was held for close relatives and friends. We extend our heartfelt gratitude for Sayuri’s presence in our lives. May she rest in peace. The family requests privacy as they grieve the loss of their loved one.”

Sayuri, the Voice Behind My Hero Academia and Erased, Passes Away After Chronic Illness Battle

Although the specific chronic illness affecting Sayuri was not mentioned by Amaarashi, it was disclosed that she struggled with a condition impacting her voice known as Dysphonia, a term that encompasses various voice-related disorders. Individuals affected by Dysphonia often sound raspy or have a hoarse voice.

Moreover, patients may need to speak softly as raising their voice can lead to pain in certain instances. Sayuri suffered from Functional Dysphonia, typically occurring without anatomical or neurological abnormalities. She publicly addressed this issue on July 25, 2024, through a post on X, despite her initial hesitance to worry her fans. Her intent was to maintain transparency with her followers.

Sayuri had a deep passion for music, lending her voice to significant projects. Notably, the ending theme for My Hero Academia season 4 is regarded as one of the best closing soundtracks in the series. Earlier this year, she toured China in May and mentioned on X that she was working on a tour vlog just weeks before her Functional Dysphonia diagnosis. Her husband noted that Sayuri remained passionate about her singing until her final days. Fans extend their hopes for strength to Sayuri’s family during this challenging time.

Stay tuned for more updates on anime and manga as 2024 unfolds.

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