Rachael's Trained in Opera Before Voice Acting Career
Education
While pursuing a pre-medical track at Smith College in Massachusetts, Rachael Lillis dedicated significant time to formal opera training, a discipline that would later define her versatile vocal capabilities. This rigorous musical education provided her with the technical foundation in breath control and pitch modulation necessary to transition between the high-pitched melodies of Jigglypuff and the commanding presence of Jessie. Her background in classical performance allowed her to approach voice acting with a unique musicality, setting her apart in the competitive New York dubbing scene of the late 1990s. This early artistic investment proved instrumental in her ability to sustain long-running roles across hundreds of episodes without vocal strain.