David Prowse Has Died Movie Chat

[Dylan]

It's sad that he wasn't recognised more, given he was a key part of perhaps the most iconic screen villian of our times.

Dave Prowse, the Bristolian former bodybuilder best known for playing Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died aged 85.

Prowse was cast as Vader for his imposing physique, even though the role was voiced by James Earl Jones.

But the weightlifter-turned-actor was most proud of playing the Green Cross Code Man. The role, promoting road safety in the UK, earned him an MBE.

 

[Franco Pinion]

RIP David. Very important adverts from our childhood.

 

[Random Guy]

Sad to hear. I remember him as the Green Cross Code man but I didn't realise he played Darth Vader.

 

[Ozzy47]

RIP David. ? ?

 

[Birdman]

Sad to hear. I remember him as the Green Cross Code man but I didn't realise he played Darth Vader.

He had the physique but apparently, George Lucas decided the west country accent wasn't menacing enough so brought in James Earl Jones for the voice. Right I suppose, Darth Vader wouldn't have sounded right if he sounded like some farmer.

He was also in A Clockwork Orange.

 

[Random Guy]

He had the physique but apparently, George Lucas decided the west country accent wasn't menacing enough so brought in James Earl Jones for the voice. Right I suppose, Darth Vader wouldn't have sounded right if he sounded like some farmer.

He was also in A Clockwork Orange.

I honestly didn't know that.