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Darth Vader (/ d ɑːr θ v eɪ d ər /) is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. He was first introduced in the original film trilogy as one of the leaders of the Galactic Empire. The prequel trilogy chronicles his transformation from the Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker into the Sith Lord Darth Vader.
Jones officially reprised his voice role of Darth Vader for the character's appearances in the animated TV series Star Wars Rebels [85] [86] and the live-action film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016), [87] [88] as well as for a three-word cameo in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019). [89]
James Earl Jones, Distinguished Actor and Voice of Darth Vader, Dies at 93 How Elton John Saved 'Lion King's' Oscar-Winning Song 'Can You Feel the Love Tonight' From Disney's Cutting Room Floor
In the mid-1970s “Star Wars” creator George Lucas cast towering British actor David Prowse as the guy inside Darth Vader’s black suit, but decided he wanted someone else to voice the character.
But Jones is likely best known for voicing the role of Darth Vader in the original "Star Wars" trilogy, starting with the initial George Lucas film "Star Wars: A New Hope" in 1977.
One of Earl's most famous roles was voicing "Star Wars" villain Darth Vader in the original trilogy. Many didn't know he was voicing the character until 1983's "Return of the Jedi."
The resonating bass could instantly command respect - as with the sage father Mufasa in "The Lion King," and many Shakespeare roles - or instill fear as the rasping Vader in the "Star Wars" films.
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