Mike McFarland is a Dallas based voice actor for the English dub of Pokémon the Series, joining in Season 16 (BW - Adventures in Unova).
It was
announced on January 12th, 2025, that Mike underwent emergency surgery to remove a brain tumor earlier in the week. The procedure was successful, and Mike’s spirits were high as he worked on the road to recovery. A
gofundme was setup towards helping him hire a live-in medical assistant. On August 18, 2025, it was revealed he was diagnosed with a glioblastoma and was moved to a nursing facility.
Mike’s been an integral part of this industry for decades, not just breathing life into beloved characters like Master Roshi, Buggy, and Jean Kirstein, but directing landmark dubs such as the Full Metal Alchemist franchise, Tokyo Ghoul, and Attack on Titan. Those who know him best count Mike among the sweetest, funniest, most compassionate humans on the planet; always quick to lend a hand, give sage advice, advocate for the underdog or share in an adventure.