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James Earl Jones Officially Retires As The Voice Of Darth Vader

James Earl Jones has officially announced his retirement as the iconic voice of Darth Vader. Jones has been the voice of Vader since the original Star Wars film back in…

European Premiere of "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

LONDON, ENGLAND – DECEMBER 18: Darth Vader at the European premiere of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” at Cineworld Leicester Square on December 18, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images for Disney)

James Earl Jones has officially announced his retirement as the iconic voice of Darth Vader.

'Star Wars Identities' Exhibtion Press Preview & VIP Opening

COLOGNE, GERMANY - MAY 20: The first mock-up of the iconic Darth Vader helmet is seen during the 'Star Wars Identities' Exhibtion Press Preview & VIP Opening at Odysseum on May 20, 2015 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Sascha Steinbach/Getty Images)

Jones has been the voice of Vader since the original Star Wars film back in 1977.

'Star Wars Identities' Exhibtion Press Preview & VIP Opening

COLOGNE, GERMANY - MAY 20: The original costume worn by David Prowse as Darth Vader is seen during the 'Star Wars Identities' Exhibtion Press Preview & VIP Opening at Odysseum on May 20, 2015 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Sascha Steinbach/Getty Images)

He's 91 years old now...and so he's calling it a day.

Star Wars: The Exhibition - Private View

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 our list below of Darth Vader's most famous moments!   And good luck to the great James Earl Jones!

- East Side Dave

Vader In Rogue One

Vader's appearance in the brilliant Star Wars standalone film, Rogue One, was truly epic and as badass as we've ever seen the Sith lord.

Vader Chokeout #1

Darth Vader loves choking out dudes with the Dark Side of the Force.   It's just his thing, baby.   Here's the first entry of what will be a few chokeouts.   From Episode IV: A New Hope.

Vader Puts On The Suit For The First Time

After Obi-Wan Kenobi chops his arms and legs off on the side of a volcano...Vader needs fake limbs and his iconic suit to stay alive.   From Episode III: Revenge Of The Sith.

Vader Chokeout #2

Admiral Ozzle...we hardly knew ye.   Next time...don't screw up in front of Darth Freakin' Vader.   From The Empire Strikes Back.

Vader Vs. Obi-Wan

Amazing fight and the absolute best lightsaber duel ever between former friends Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi.   From Revenge Of The Sith.

Vader Vs. Obi-Wan Again

Obi-Wan and Vader get into this rematch on the Death Star!   From Episode IV.

Vader chokeout #3

From the Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney Plus...the scene was epic.

Vader Vs. Obi-Wan Yet Again

From Disney Plus' terrific series, Obi-Wan Kenobi, here's the final part of an incredible duel that the two had.

Vader Saves Luke

Darth Vader saves his son Luke Skywalker from the sinister Emperor Palpatine in this amazing scene.

Vader's Famous Quote

Darth Vader gives cinema's biggest revelation as he informs Luke Skywalker of something which was previously unthinkable.

“East Side” Dave McDonald has been the co-host of The Morning Rat Race for the past ten years. A lifelong Monmouth County resident, Davey Mac was raised in Spring Lake and graduated from Monmouth University. Additionally, Davey Mac co-hosts The East Side Dave and Son Wrestling Show (which is available on WRAT.com and is nationally syndicated by Beasley Digital Media). Davey Mac is a mega-sports fan, crazy wrestling enthusiast, Star Wars obsessive, rock and roll freak, and all-around Pop Culture nut. From the hottest streaming shows to the best in live sports, Dave tries to watch everything.