Actor and voice actor James Earl Jones passed away on Monday, September 9, at the age of 93. The sad announcement was made by his agent. Known for lending his voice to the legendary Darth Vader in “Star Wars” and Mufasa in “The Lion King”, he won two Tonys, two Emmys, and an honorary Oscar during his career.
It is a sad day for Star Wars fans, and beyond. One of the most beloved voices in the franchise and indeed in the world of cinema as a whole has passed away on Monday, September 9. James Earl Jones died at the age of 93 at his home in Dutchess County, New York. The tragic news was reported by CBS News and confirmed by the actor's agent to Variety. The voiceover giant had long suffered from diabetes, but details about the cause of death have not yet emerged. Over a career spanning more than 60 years, James Earl Jones amassed an impressive array of awards, including a Pulitzer Prize, a Tony, an Emmy, a Grammy, and an honorary Oscar. This makes him one of the few artists in the world to achieve the EGOT. He is cherished by the public for lending his voice to the most iconic villain of all time, Darth Vader in the Star Wars saga, as well as to Mufasa in “The Lion King”.
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