Five facts on James Earl Jones
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Five facts on James Earl Jones

Hindustan Times  

LOS ANGELES, Sept 9 - James Earl Jones, the actor, was sometimes in danger of being upstaged by James Earl Jones, the voice. James Earl Jones, the voice of Lion King, died Here are five facts about Jones, who died on Monday at the age of 93: * "Star Wars" creator George Lucas wanted a commanding voice for Darth Vader and first considered casting Orson Welles. * One of moviedom's most famous dialogues comes in "Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back" when Luke Skywalker learns the truth about his family tree. * Jones' own father, Robert Earl Jones, also was an actor, starting in the 1939 movie "Lying Lips." * Other than a 7-year-old Sammy Davis Jr. in the 1933 musical short "Rufus Jones for President," James Earl Jones is considered the first Black person to portray a U.S. president in a movie.

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Remembering James Earl Jones, legend of the stage and screen : NPR
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Remembering James Earl Jones, legend of the stage and screen : NPR

NPR  

Remembering James Earl Jones, legend of the stage and screen Jones, who died Sept. 9, voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King. James Earl Jones gave voice to one of the most iconic and recognizable characters in film history, giving a deep, resonant quality and menacing tone as Darth Vader in "Star Wars". GROSS: Now, …

Denzel Washington pays effusive tribute to ‘hero’ James Earl Jones
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Denzel Washington pays effusive tribute to ‘hero’ James Earl Jones

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Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Denzel Washington has paid tribute to James Earl Jones, calling the …

James Earl Jones death: He wasn’t just a film legend. He was our on-screen father.
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James Earl Jones death: He wasn’t just a film legend. He was our on-screen father.

Slate  

In my memory, the first voice I ever heard on-screen was that of James Earl Jones—Coming to America, my mother’s favorite movie, played often in our home; I’ve witnessed her quoting every line even with the television’s sound muted. It isn’t simply longevity that marks Jones’ legacy as one of the most distinguished and protean actors in history—it’s the way …

James Earl Jones death: Booming voice behind Darth Vader and Mufasa dies aged 93
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James Earl Jones death: Booming voice behind Darth Vader and Mufasa dies aged 93

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery ‘Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes …

RIP James Jones: 8 things about the man who brought life to Darth Wader
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RIP James Jones: 8 things about the man who brought life to Darth Wader

Live Mint  

James Earl Jones, the man behind the eery voice of Star Wars' mega villain Darth Vader, died at the age of 93 on Monday. While Darth Vader's immense physicality resulted from the towering British actor David Prowse, the sinister voice that appeared to emanate from inside the reconstructed man-in-a-mask was that of Jones. Here are 8 things to know about …

James Earl Jones, Iconic Actor, Dies At 93
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James Earl Jones, Iconic Actor, Dies At 93

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The award-winning actor James Earl Jones died Monday at his home in Dutchess County, New York. The prolific actor’s signature deep, rumbling voice gave life to iconic movie characters, such as Darth Vader in “Star Wars” and Mufasa in both the 1994 and 2019 versions of Disney’s “The Lion King.” James Earl Jones with his honorary Academy …

James Earl Jones, voice of King Lear and Darth Vader, dies
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James Earl Jones, voice of King Lear and Darth Vader, dies

LA Times  

Oscar-nominated actor James Earl Jones, who stuttered as a child, then burst forth to become one of America’s most recognized and articulate voices, has died. “His voice and talent will be remembered always.” James Earl Jones, left, gets a hug from Mark Hamill backstage after Jones finished a performance in the Broadway hit “Fences” in 1987 in New York. Both …

James Earl Jones has stepped back from voicing Darth Vader in ‘Star Wars’ projects
2 years, 2 months ago

James Earl Jones has stepped back from voicing Darth Vader in ‘Star Wars’ projects

LA Times  

James Earl Jones, the original voice of Darth Vader who has delivered some of the most iconic lines in cinematic history, has officially stepped back from the villainous role. According to a Friday report by Vanity Fair, the 91-year-old screen legend has permitted Disney and Lucasfilm to use artificial intelligence and archival recordings to re-create his menacing tone in future …

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