Kazuki Yao’s recent photo appears pretty concerning, as it seems he may be battling some serious illness, which would explain his retirement.

SUMMARY

A recent photo of Franky’s Japanese VA, Kazuki Yao, has left fans stunned and saddened for how ill he looks in it.
Compared to his earlier photos, Yao’s condition appears to have deteriorated significantly.
Rumors are circulating that his health issues might be related to cancer, which could explain why he had to step down from his voice acting role.

Aging is an unforgiving force that spares no one. Whether you are famous or infamous, rich or poor, the passing of years is sure to leave its unforgiving mark on everyone. And we were once again reminded of this harsh reality with the recent news of Kazuki Yao’s retirement.

Luffy from One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

Known for his various iconic voice-acting roles, including one of the most popular characters in the One Piece anime, Franky; this news certainly came out as quite shocking. But what’s even worse is that the latest photo of Yao that has gone viral over social media looks pretty concerning. So much that it might even make you worried about his remaining lifespan!

Franky’s VA Might Have Some Severe Health Issues

Franky from One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

A recent photo of Kazuki Yao, the Japanese voice actor of Franky from One Piece, has literally shocked all of his fans. Compared to his earlier pictures, his condition seems to have gotten much worse, which inevitably has brought huge concerns over his health. Such a contrast between his past energetic, lively outlook and his current frail state is simply undigestable for some fans.

With a heavy heart, one fan said,

I hope he is healthy but personally I dont see it. This is most likely something terminal…

It’s not only because of his retirement from the role of Franky that has made everyone sad, people are even more worried over the difficulty he might be facing in his daily life. The weakness in his voice was also noticed in the recent voiceovers of Franky in the latest episodes of One Piece, which must be because of his deteriorating health. Fans are sending their good wishes and hope for him to be okay and comfortable during this tough time.

What Could Be the Reason Behind Yao’s Horrible Condition?

Franky | Credits: Toei Animation

Everyone is keeping their fingers crossed for Kazuki Yao’s recovery, but the severity of his condition might be quite worrying. Some fans are even fearing the worst, wondering if he might be battling a serious illness like cancer. The drastic change in his appearance has led to people guess what could be the reason behind his horrible appearance in the photo.

If it’s actually something severe, then it would also provide a reason behind his untimely resignation from work. Even though he guaranteed that the new Frankey VA would be equally good, if not better, fans will not easily forget about Kazuki.

Even though Kazuki Yao’s health status is uncertain, one thing is certain: his legendary portrayal of Franky will never be forgotten. Fans will cherish the memories of his legendary performances for ages to come, and his impact on the world of One Piece will continue to be felt. As he embarks on his retirement, hope he will find comfort, peace, and good health in his remaining golden years.