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James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Headline from Independent Tribune

James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed

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  1. Independent Tribune

    James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93 (opens Independent Tribune)

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    James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen has died. He was 93. His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed

  2. NBC News

    James Earl Jones, stage and screen legend best known as voice of Darth Vader, dead at 93 (opens NBC News)

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    James Earl Jones, stage and screen legend best known as voice of Darth Vader in "Star Wars" and as a character actor long denied the lead roles he earned on stage, has died.

  3. Fox News

    James Earl Jones dead at 93 (opens Fox News)

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    James Earl Jones died Monday at the age of 93. The acclaimed actor was known for voicing Darth Vader in "Star Wars," in addition to roles in "Field of Dreams" and more.

  4. Deadline

    James Earl Jones Dies: Revered ‘Field Of Dreams’ Star & Darth Vader Voice Was 93 (opens Deadline)

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    James Earl Jones, revered actor who voiced Darth Vader in Star Wars, starred in Field of Dreams' died September 9 at his home in Dutchess County, NY. He was 93.

  5. Fox26 Houston

    Legendary actor James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93 (opens Fox26 Houston)

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    James Earl Jones, the legendary actor known for voicing Darth Vader in Star Wars and starring in films like Field of Dreams, passed away at 93 at his home in Dutchess County, New York.

  6. MyNorthwest

    James Earl Jones, actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93 (opens MyNorthwest)

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    James Earl Jones dies: The actor who overcame racial prejudice and a major stutter and lent his deep, commanding voice to CNN and more was 93.

  7. NBC Los Angeles

    James Earl Jones, beloved actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies (opens NBC Los Angeles)

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    James Earl Jones, a beloved actor and the voice of Darth Vader, as well as Mustafa in “The Lion King,” has died. He was 93. His agent told NBC News that...

  8. Los Angeles Times

    James Earl Jones, voice of King Lear and Darth Vader, dies (opens Los Angeles Times)

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    James Earl Jones, the Oscar-nominated actor who lent his distinguishable voice to Darth Vader in the 'Star Wars' movie franchise, died Monday morning. He was 93.

  9. Variety

    James Earl Jones, Distinguished Actor and Voice of Darth Vader, Dies at 93 (opens Variety)

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    James Earl Jones, the distinguished and prolific actor in films, TV and theater known for providing the voice of Darth Vader in "Star Wars," has died.

  10. ABC 30 Fresno

    James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader, has died at the age of 93 (opens ABC 30 Fresno)

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    Legendary actor James Earl Jones, known for his work in "Star Wars" and "Field of Dreams," has died at the age of 93.

  11. The Guardian

    James Earl Jones, voice of Star Wars’ Darth Vader, dies aged 93 (opens The Guardian)

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    American actor starred in films including The Great White Hope and won two Tony awards in prolific stage career

  12. InForum

    James Earl Jones, voice of Star Wars’ Darth Vader, dead at 93 (opens InForum)

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    LOS ANGELES — American actor James Earl Jones, an imposing stage and screen presence who overcame a childhood stutter to develop a stentorian voice recognized the world over as intergalactic villain Darth Vader, died on Monday, Sept. 9 at the age of 93, his agent said.

  13. KEYT Santa Barbara

    Mark Hamill, Debbie Allen, Bob Iger, CNN and more mourn James Earl Jones (opens KEYT Santa Barbara)

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    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.

  14. Breitbart News

    James Earl Jones, 93, Dies: Legendary Actor Voiced Darth Vader in 'Star Wars' and Mufasa in 'The Lion King' (opens Breitbart News)

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    James Earl Jones -- the illustrious actor with a universally recognized baritone voice who starred in numerous movies and stage productions but who will forever be known, as the voice of Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" movies -- has died, according to multiple reports. He was 93.

  15. Deutsche Welle

    James Earl Jones: Darth Vader and Mufasa voice actor dies – DW (opens Deutsche Welle)

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    The actor passed away at 93, and the cause of death is still unclear. In addition to voice acting in "Star Wars" and "The Lion King," Jones also portrayed characters in movies such as "Field of Dreams."

  16. Gizmodo

    James Earl Jones, One of Hollywood's Most Defining Voices, Has Died (opens Gizmodo)

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    The legendary actor beloved for his turn as Star Wars' tragic villain Darth Vader, among countless other roles, was 93.

  17. Times Of San Diego

    Legendary Actor James Earl Jones, Voice of Darth Vadar, Dies at 93 (opens Times Of San Diego)

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    Legendary actor James Earl Jones -- known for his commanding screen presence in films ranging from "Field of Dreams" to "The Sandlot" and for his booming voice that gave life to Darth Vader in "Star Wars" and Mufasa in Disney's "The Lion King" -- died Monday at age 93.

  18. CBS News

    James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93 (opens CBS News)

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    Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.

  19. Insider

    James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader and 'Lion King,' 'Field of Dreams' star, dead at 93 (opens Insider)

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    James Earl Jones, the original, iconic voice of Darth Vader in "Star Wars" and Mufasa in "The Lion King," died on Monday. He was 93.

  20. KESQ Palm Springs

    James Earl Jones, iconic voice of Darth Vader in ‘Star Wars’ and Mufasa in ‘The Lion King,’ dead at 93 (opens KESQ Palm Springs)

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    Special Report from ABC News Originally Published: 09 SEP 24 16:52 ETUpdated: 09 SEP 24 17:00 ETBy Alli Rosenbloom and Brandon Griggs, CNN (CNN) — You can’t think of James Earl Jones without hearing his voice.

  21. Las Vegas Review-Journal

    James Earl Jones, acclaimed actor, voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93 (opens Las Vegas Review-Journal)

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    James Earl Jones, the pioneering actor of stage and screen who lent his voice to Darth Vader, Mufasa and CNN, has died at 93.

  22. NPR

    Actor and beloved baritone James Earl Jones dies at 93 (opens NPR)

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    Everything about Jones was big: his stage presence, the intensity of his glance and the brilliance of his craft. From Star Wars to The Lion King to CNN, his voice pervaded popular culture.

  23. The Boston Globe

    James Earl Jones, pioneering actor of stage and screen and voice of Darth Vader, has died (opens The Boston Globe)

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    The pioneering Jones, who worked deep into his 80s, won two Emmys, a Golden Globe, two Tony Awards, and a Grammy.

  24. New York Post

    James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader and ‘Field of Dreams’ star, dead at 93 (opens New York Post)

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    James Earl Jones, the voice of 'Star Wars' villain Darth Vader, passed away at home on Monday, Sept. 9. He was 93

  25. KEYT Santa Barbara

    James Earl Jones, iconic actor and memorable voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, dead at 93 (opens KEYT Santa Barbara)

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    By Brandon Griggs and Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — You can’t think of James Earl Jones without hearing his voice.That booming basso profundo,

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