David Prowse

David Prowse, MBE (born 1 July 1935) is an English former bodybuilder, weightlifter and actor, most widely known for his role as playing the physical form of Darth Vader, who was voiced by James Earl Jones. In Britain, he is also remembered as having played the Green Cross Code man. At peak, Prowse stood around 6' 5" or 6' 7" (200 cm) tall and weighed 265 lbs (19 stone/120 kg). He has since lost several inches due to surgeries. Prowse is a native... more

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  • Jul 1, 1935 (age 74 years)

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  • 1.981 m (6.499 ft )
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