JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure and Mushoku Tensei Voice Actress Reduces Activities for Health Reasons

Important Update on Fairouz Ai’s Health and Career

Voice actress Fairouz Ai is stepping back from her roles to prioritize her health, specifically addressing her battle with PTSD.
She is widely recognized for her roles in acclaimed series such as JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean and Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation.
Fans are encouraged to seek professional assistance if they suspect they may be experiencing mental health issues.

Renowned Japanese voice actress Fairouz Ai has recently shared a heartfelt announcement on social media regarding her health. Known for her captivating performances as Jolyne Cujoh in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stone Ocean and Linia Dedoldia in Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation, she has decided to limit her professional commitments to focus on recovery.

Born to a Japanese mother and an Egyptian father, Fairouz Ai Kadota spent part of her childhood in Cairo before returning to Japan. Her passion for the world of anime ignited during her junior high school years as she became an avid fan of JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. Despite her parents’ initial disapproval of her career choice, she persevered, working as a dental assistant to finance her education at a voice acting training institution. She is currently signed with the agency Raccoon Dog.

In her recent announcement, she revealed that she has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and intends to prioritize her health while limiting her professional activities. Fairouz specifically requested respect for her privacy regarding the origins of her condition, stating:

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Here’s a translated excerpt from her emotional note:

To my supporters,

As announced on the official [Raccoon Dog] website, I have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). While I have been striving to meet the expectations of those who support me, I must now focus on my treatment for a swift recovery, both physically and mentally. I am grateful for the support from my agency and those around me, and I will be pausing my work commitments for the time being.

I kindly ask for your understanding as the cause of my condition is personal and should not be a topic of speculation.

I sincerely apologize for any concern or disruption this may cause to my fans and the creative projects I am involved in. I am committed to recovering fully and look forward to rejoining you in good health soon. Please continue to support the characters and projects I cherish.

December 31, 2024, Fairouz Ai

Nobuhiko Okamoto Takes Over the World to Yoasobi

In light of her health decision, Fairouz Ai will be stepping down from her hosting duties on Seiyuu to Yoasobi, a variety show on Abema that spotlights voice actors. Nobuhiko Okamoto, known for voicing Rin Okumura in Blue Exorcist and also a member of Raccoon Dog, will be her replacement.

Fairouz Ai’s Notable Contributions

Jolyne Cujoh in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

Fairouz Ai’s career includes her initial significant role as Hibiki Sakura in the popular anime How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?, which motivated her to start weightlifting. Following this, she portrayed Manabu in Tropical-Rouge Precure and her iconic role as Jolyne Cujoh in JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. As of now, it remains uncertain whether her current hiatus will affect her performances as Kikoru Shinomiya in Kaiju No. 8, Live in Mayonaka Punch, Kana Sakuragi in Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc., Linia in Mushoku Tensei, and other roles with confirmed sequels or potential upcoming projects. We all hope for her swift recovery.

Additionally, there has been some confusion regarding her name, as many fans mistakenly refer to her as “Ai Fairouz.”Fairouz herself clarified that her name is indeed “Fairouz Ai,”with Kadota being her family name.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health condition triggered by traumatic experiences, often related to violence. It’s essential for individuals who suspect they might be struggling with PTSD or other mental health issues to seek professional help. For further information, the World Health Organization provides an overview of PTSD.

Sources: Anime News Network, MyAnimeList

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