Dave Prowse, actor who played Darth Vader, dies at 85

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David Prowse, the champion English weightlifter and bodybuilder who supplied his 6-foot-7 frame — but not the voice or the deep breathing — to portray Darth Vader in the originalStar Warstrilogy, died early Saturday morning following a short illness. He was 85.

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Celebrity “Star Wars” fans are taking to social media to mourn the loss of Dave Prowse. Fans may know the British body-builder best for physically bringing infamous “Star Wars” villain Darth Vader to life.

Star Wars film trilogy, has died, aged 85.The British star’s agent, Thomas Bowington, announced the news, stating: “May the force be with him, always.”Prowse, who was a bodybuilder before appearing in the George Lucas franchise, was also known for playing the Green Cross Code Man in a television road safety campaign aimed at children.Introduced in 1975, the superhero character became something of a cultural icon and Prowse’s efforts over a 14-year stint saw him awarded an MBE in 2000.

died at age 85, following a battle with prostate cancer.Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the franchise, paid tribute to the actor early Sunday. “So sad to hear David Prowse has passed,” Hamill tweeted.

Tributes have been paid to Star Wars actor David Prowse who played Darth Vader as well as appearing as the Green Cross Code man in a series of road safety films.Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker opposite him in the original films, said he was “so sad”.He said: “He was a kind man & much more than Darth Vader. Actor-Husband-Father-Member of the Order of the British Empire-3 time British Weightlifting Champion & Safety Icon the Green Cross Code Man.