Current:Home > StocksMark Hamill, LeVar Burton and more mourn James Earl Jones -MarketEdge
Mark Hamill, LeVar Burton and more mourn James Earl Jones
View
Date:2025-04-18 17:31:26
Famous fans and collaborators are paying tribute to James Earl Jones, the award-winning actor and commanding voice of Darth Vader, who died Monday at 93.
“One of the world’s finest actors whose contributions to ‘Star Wars’ were immeasurable. He’ll be greatly missed.” — actor Mark Hamill, who played Vader’s son Luke Skywalker in the “Star Wars” movies, in a statement to The Associated Press.
“James Earl Jones… there will never be another of his particular combination of graces.” — actor LeVar Burton, on X.
“Thank you dear James Earl Jones for everything. A master of our craft. We stand on your shoulders. Rest now. You gave us your best.” — actor Colman Domingo, on X.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of James’s passing. He was the voice of CNN and our brand for many decades, uniquely conveying through speech instant authority, grace, and decorum. That remarkable voice is just one of many things the world will miss about James. Our thoughts are with his family.” — CNN, on X.
“RIP James Earl Jones, the legendary actor who memorably appeared in the iconic baseball movies ‘Field of Dreams’ and ‘The Sandlot.’ Jones gave a moving recitation of our National Anthem at the 1993 MLB All-Star Game in Baltimore.” — Major League Baseball, on X.
veryGood! (439)
Related
- EU countries double down on a halt to Syrian asylum claims but will not yet send people back
- General Hospital Actress Robyn Bernard Found Dead in Open Field
- Dealing with a migraine? Here's how to get rid of it, according to the experts.
- Amber Rose Says Ex-Boyfriend Machine Gun Kelly Apologized for Not Treating Her Better
- Why members of two of EPA's influential science advisory committees were let go
- Lyft and Uber say they will leave Minneapolis after city council forces them to pay drivers more
- 'Bee invasion' suspends Carlos Alcaraz vs. Alexander Zverev match at BNP Paribas Open
- 'Bee invasion' suspends Carlos Alcaraz vs. Alexander Zverev match at BNP Paribas Open
- Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
- Man wins $1 million on Mega Millions and proposes to longtime girlfriend
Ranking
- Travis Hunter, the 2
- As Conflict Rages On, Israel and Gaza’s Environmental Fates May Be Intertwined
- Dealing with a migraine? Here's how to get rid of it, according to the experts.
- The Best Wedding Gift Ideas for Newlyweds Who Are Just Moving in Together
- 2025 'Doomsday Clock': This is how close we are to self
- 'Grey's Anatomy' premiere recap: Teddy's fate revealed, and what's next for Meredith
- Lost Your Keys Again? Get 35% off Tile Bluetooth Trackers
- Prince William and Prince Harry Honor Late Mom Princess Diana With Separate Appearances
Recommendation
Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
White Sox finally found the 'right time' for Dylan Cease trade, leaving Yankees hanging
SpaceX's Starship lost, but successful in third test: Here's what happened in past launches
Manhattan D.A. says he does not oppose a 30-day delay of Trump's hush money trial
New Zealand official reverses visa refusal for US conservative influencer Candace Owens
New censorship report finds that over 4,000 books were targeted in US libraries in 2023
Manhattan D.A. says he does not oppose a 30-day delay of Trump's hush money trial
Biden backs Schumer after senator calls for new elections in Israel