Post by Grumpyoldman on Dec 18, 2020 12:45:13 GMT -5
Jeremy Bulloch, the British actor who played the character Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died aged 75.
His agent confirmed in a statement to CNN that Bulloch passed away on Thursday, December 17.
"He died peacefully, in hospital, surrounded by his family, from health complications following his many years living with Parkinson's disease," the agent said.
"He had a long and happy career spanning more than 45 years. He was devoted to his wife, three sons, and ten grandchildren and they will miss him terribly. We ask that their privacy be respected at this very difficult time."
Bulloch played the role of Boba Fett, a Mandalorian bounty hunter, in the 1980 movie "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" and in the 1983 sequel "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi."
He later went on to attend many Star Wars conventions over the years, and was celebrated by fans all over the world.
Very sad. I had the honor of meeting him at Nickel City Comic Con in 2018. He was very polite & had an amazing signature.
His agent confirmed in a statement to CNN that Bulloch passed away on Thursday, December 17.
"He died peacefully, in hospital, surrounded by his family, from health complications following his many years living with Parkinson's disease," the agent said.
"He had a long and happy career spanning more than 45 years. He was devoted to his wife, three sons, and ten grandchildren and they will miss him terribly. We ask that their privacy be respected at this very difficult time."
Bulloch played the role of Boba Fett, a Mandalorian bounty hunter, in the 1980 movie "Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back" and in the 1983 sequel "Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi."
He later went on to attend many Star Wars conventions over the years, and was celebrated by fans all over the world.
Very sad. I had the honor of meeting him at Nickel City Comic Con in 2018. He was very polite & had an amazing signature.
