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Darth Vader’s Voice, James Earl Jones, Dies at 93

By aimee yang
Darth Vader’s Voice, James Earl Jones, Dies at 93
Getty Images James Earl Jones wearing round spectacles looks towards the direction of a camera and smiling. The actor has a grey moustache and short grey hair.Image Source: Getty Images

James Earl Jones, who famously voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars, has tragically passed away at 93.

American actor James Earl Jones, known for his iconic voice work, died early on Monday morning in the presence of his family.

Jones was celebrated for his roles in films like Field of Dreams, Conan the Barbarian, and The Lion King.

Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker, mourned Jones’ death with a heartfelt message on social media.

In 2012, Jones reflected on portraying Darth Vader and his impact on the Star Wars legacy.

Getty Images A smiling James Earl Jones poses next to a person dressed in a Darth Vader costume during a premiere in New York in 2002.Image Source: Getty Images

James Earl Jones at a Star Wars premiere in New York in 2002.

Jones’s career was marked by numerous awards, including three Tony Awards and an honorary Oscar in 2011.

He was a trailblazer in Hollywood, being only the second Black man nominated for a Best Actor Oscar in 1971.

Celebrities and fans alike paid tribute to Jones’ impactful career and unforgettable performances.

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Iconic/aɪˈkɒn.ɪk/adjective
Widely recognized and well-established; symbolic.

Mourned/mɔrnd/verb
To express sorrow or grief especially after a death.

Reflect/rɪˈflɛkt/verb
To think deeply or carefully about something.

Trailblazer/ˈtreɪlˌbleɪ.zər/noun
A person who is the first to do something paving the way for others.

Tribute/ˈtrɪb.juːt/noun
An act statement or gift that is intended to show gratitude respect or admiration.

Impactful/ɪmˈpækt.fəl/adjective
Having a significant effect or influence.
Vocabulary Learning

How much do you know?

What iconic character did James Earl Jones famously voice?
Superman
Yoda
Darth Vader
Spider-Man
Which of the following films was James Earl Jones NOT known for?
Field of Dreams
Conan the Barbarian
The Lion King
Jurassic Park
Who mourned James Earl Jones' death with a heartfelt message on social media?
Harrison Ford
Mark Hamill
Carrie Fisher
Natalie Portman
How many Tony Awards did James Earl Jones win?
One
Two
Three
Four
In which year did James Earl Jones receive an honorary Oscar?
2008
2009
2010
2011
Which award was James Earl Jones the second Black man nominated for in 1971?
Best Director Oscar
Best Supporting Actor Oscar
Best Actor Oscar
Best Original Screenplay Oscar
This question is required
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Vocabulary List:
6 words · tap to reveal
ON
Accent
Iconic/aɪˈkɒn.ɪk/adjective
Widely recognized and well-established; symbolic.
Mourned/mɔrnd/verb
To express sorrow or grief especially after a death.
Reflect/rɪˈflɛkt/verb
To think deeply or carefully about something.
Trailblazer/ˈtreɪlˌbleɪ.zər/noun
A person who is the first to do something paving the way for others.
Tribute/ˈtrɪb.juːt/noun
An act statement or gift that is intended to show gratitude respect or admiration.
Impactful/ɪmˈpækt.fəl/adjective
Having a significant effect or influence.
Vocabulary Learning

How much do you know?

What iconic character did James Earl Jones famously voice?
Superman
Yoda
Darth Vader
Spider-Man
Which of the following films was James Earl Jones NOT known for?
Field of Dreams
Conan the Barbarian
The Lion King
Jurassic Park
Who mourned James Earl Jones' death with a heartfelt message on social media?
Harrison Ford
Mark Hamill
Carrie Fisher
Natalie Portman
How many Tony Awards did James Earl Jones win?
One
Two
Three
Four
In which year did James Earl Jones receive an honorary Oscar?
2008
2009
2010
2011
Which award was James Earl Jones the second Black man nominated for in 1971?
Best Director Oscar
Best Supporting Actor Oscar
Best Actor Oscar
Best Original Screenplay Oscar
This question is required

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