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Darth Vader As Voiced By David Prowse

Check out this rare footage of Darth Vader being voiced by David Prowse! Unfortunately, Prowse died recently at the age of 85.  But we’re remembering him today for his most…

LONDON – MAY 04: The original costumes for Star Wars character Darth Vader stand on display at ‘Star Wars: The Exhibition’ at County hall on May 04, 2007 in London, England. (Photo by MJ Kim/Getty Images)

Check out this rare footage of Darth Vader being voiced by David Prowse!

Unfortunately, Prowse died recently at the age of 85.  But we're remembering him today for his most famous role as Darth Vader's physical performance.  The legendary James Earl Jones, of course, gets credit for being Vader's vocal performance.

So, it is kind of fun for Star Wars fans to see this archived video of Prowse (an English body-builder) say the iconic lines of the Sith lord.  Enjoy!

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