James Earl Jones
Respected achiever who earned his place.
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Biography
Royalty, behold! The esteemed James Earl Jones was born on January 17, 1931 in Arkabutla, Mississippi. From a young age he distinguished himself in the dramatic arts, and has since gone on to become one of the most celebrated stage and screen actors, both in the United States and abroad. He is most famous for his voice of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, as well as his roles in Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964), The Simpsons (1989) and The Hunt for Red October (1990). Truly, he is a master of his craft, and it is with great admiration that we honor his royal presence.
Is James Earl Jones a nepo baby?
Nope! James Earl Jones's journey from humble beginnings to the top of their field is a true inspiration. They are a self-starter who always took the initiative to make things happen and never let anything stand in their way.
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Awards2
- Primetime Emmy1991Gabriel's FireOutstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series
- Golden Globe1971The Great White HopeMost Promising Newcomer - Male
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