August 2016 archive

Kenny Baker, best known for his role as R2-D2 has passed away

Kenny_Baker-1The British actor best known for his role in Star Wars as R2-D2 has died at the age of 81 after a long illness. He starred in Episodes 1-6 as R2-D2. He also starred in many other films like Flash Gordon and The Elephant man. Kenny Baker had done an amazing job bringing the character of Artoo to life. He will be sorely missed.

 

(Source: The Guardian)

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