"The world mourns loss of James Earl Jones, the voice behind Darth Vader and Mufasa, who died at 93. His death has left a huge void in Hollywood. Catch the video above to learn more about his legendary career and the heartfelt tributes from those who knew him best.
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00:00James L. Jones, the iconic American actor and voice artist, passed away on Monday, September
00:059, at the age of 93. Known for his unforgettable voice work as Darth Vader in Star Wars and
00:11Mufasa in The Lion King, Jones was a legendary figure in both film and theater. His agent
00:17Barry McPherson confirmed the news, stating that Jones died at his home in Hudson Valley,
00:22New York. The cause of death has not been disclosed.
00:27Born on January 17, 1931 in Mississippi, Jones overcame a childhood shutter by becoming
00:33one of the most respected actors in the industry. His rich, deep voice brought some of cinema's
00:39most famous characters to life. Beyond his voice roles, Jones had a successful six-decade-long
00:44career in film and theater, starring in movies like Field of Dream, Conan the Barbarian,
00:50and in many other impactful movies.
00:54News of his passing has left Hollywood and his fans heartbroken. Actor Mark Hamill, who
00:59worked with him in Star Wars, affectionately called him dad in a social media post. Other
01:04celebrities like Ava DuVernay and John Lucas praised Jones for his immense talent and unique
01:09contribution to film.
01:13Throughout his career, James L. Jones earned numerous honors, including the National Medal
01:17of Arts and an Honorary Academy Award. He will also be remembered as one of the greatest
01:22actors whose powerful voice and performances continue to inspire generations.