David Prowse - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 01, 1935 |
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| Died | November 28, 2020 (age 85) |
| Birthplace | Bristol, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also David Prowse's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Physically portraying Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy. |
Intro
David Prowse was an English bodybuilder, weightlifter, and actor, most famously known for physically portraying Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy. Although his voice was dubbed by James Earl Jones, Prowse's imposing stature and physical performance made Darth Vader one of the most iconic villains in film history.
Early Life & Background
David Charles Prowse was born in Bristol, England. He developed a keen interest in bodybuilding and weightlifting from a young age, ultimately becoming a British heavyweight weightlifting champion and representing England in several international competitions.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Darth Vader in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977), The Empire Strikes Back (1980), and Return of the Jedi (1983).
- Appeared in films such as 'A Clockwork Orange' (1971) and 'Frankenstein and the Monster from Hell' (1974).
- Portrayed the 'Green Cross Code Man', a character in British road safety campaigns, which earned him an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 2000.
Trivia
- Prowse was not credited for the voice of Darth Vader; his West Country accent was replaced during post-production by James Earl Jones.
- He stood 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) tall, making him an ideal choice to portray imposing characters.
- Despite playing Darth Vader, he was banned from official Star Wars conventions by Lucasfilm in 2010.
FAQs
People also ask
When was David Prowse born?
David Prowse was born the 1 July 1935.
Where is David Prowse from?
Bristol, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About July 1st, 1935, in brief:
- Historical events: A violent confrontation between On-to-Ottawa Trek protesters and police in Regina, Saskatchewan, resulted in one officer's death, 45 injuries, and 130 arrests, marking the most significant riot in Canada during the Great Depression.
- Day of the week: July 1st, 1935 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- Popular movie: The Raven directed by James McTeigue
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