George Lucas, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams and Warwick Davis are just some of the stars that have paid tribute to Dave Prowse who died yesterday aged 85.
George Lucas: –
“David brought a physicality to Darth Vader that was essential for the character,” Star Wars creator George Lucas said. “He made Vader leap off the page and on to the big screen, with an imposing stature and movement performance to match the intensity and undercurrent of Vader’s presence. David was up for anything and contributed to the success of what would become a memorable, tragic figure. May he rest in peace.”
Mark Hamill: –
So sad to hear David Prowse has passed. 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. He loved his fans as much as they loved him. #RIP pic.twitter.com/VbDrGu6iBz
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) November 29, 2020
Anthony Daniels: –
More sad news. Dave has gone. I don’t think 3PO ever faced Vader’s mighty presence on set, other than as a bag of bits on Chewie’s shoulders in the carbon freezer. But Dave’s iconic figure dominated the finished film in ’77 and has done so ever since. And will continue to do so.
— Anthony Daniels (@ADaniels3PO) November 29, 2020
Billy Dee Williams: –
Incredibly sad to hear Dave Prowse has passed. It was a great gift to work with him and an honor to call him my friend 💔#RIPDaveProwse #StarWars
— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) November 29, 2020
Warwick Davis: –
So sad to hear of the passing of a #StarWars family member, Dave Prowse. He taught me to cross the road safely #GreenXCode & a signed Darth Vader poster from him took pride of place on my bedroom wall. To the 11yr old me he was a true hero. Now one with the Force. RIP DaveProwse
— Warwick Davis (@WarwickADavis) November 29, 2020
