Star Wars original Boba Fett actor Jeremy Bulloch dies at 75 ANI | Updated: Dec 18, 2020 17:59 IST
London [UK], December 18 (ANI): English actor Jeremy Bulloch, who played Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died after health complications, including several years living with Parkinson s disease. He was 75.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, actor Daniel Logan, who grew close with Bulloch after playing a younger version of Boba Fett in 2002 s Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, confirmed that Bulloch died Thursday (local time) in his native England. Jeremy was the one to teach me how to be a gentleman and interact with fans at conventions and show up and be present. He was a true English gentleman, Logan told The Hollywood Reporter upon news of the actor s death.
Star Wars’ Boba Fett actor Jeremy Bulloch dies at 75
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infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original “Star Wars” films has died
at the age of 75.
He died on Thursday in hospital in Tooting, south London, “following health
complications, including several years living with Parkinson’s disease”, his
website said.
roles in the films Summer Holiday, Star Wars and James Bond,” it added.
Born in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, Bulloch appeared in several
classic television shows in the 1970s and 80s including “Doctor Who” and
“Robin of Sherwood”, and had supporting roles in three James Bond movies.
But he is best known for playing fan favourite Boba Fett in “The Empire
CinemaBlend
Star Wars galaxy, bounty hunter Boba Fett originated outside of the films, but fast became a fan favorite. In his initial appearances in
The Empire Strikes Back and
Return of the Jedi, the character was brought to life in the flesh by actor Jeremy Bulloch, who lent his physical stature to the role on set. Fans of this iconic character are at a loss today, as Mr. Bulloch has reportedly passed away today, at the age of 75.
This news came from, among other sources, the fan event/autograph service known as Imperial Signings. As they ve been affiliated with signing appearances made by Jeremy Bulloch, some of the people who work for the company had gotten to know the man behind the mask rather well. In tribute to his passing, the company s official Instagram presence posted the following tribute:
British actor Jeremy Bulloch who played infamous bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original “Star Wars” films has died at the age of 75.
He died on Thursday in hospital in Tooting, south London, “following health complications, including several years living with Parkinson’s disease”, his website said.
“Jeremy had a long and happy life as an actor and was best known for his roles in the films Summer Holiday, Star Wars and James Bond,” it added.
Born in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, Bulloch appeared in several classic television shows in the 1970s and 80s including “Doctor Who” and “Robin of Sherwood”, and had supporting roles in three James Bond movies.
Star Wars Boba Fett Actor Jeremy Bulloch Dead After Battling Parkinson s
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Fellow Star Wars actors Mark Hamill and Billy Dee Williams are among celebrities who have paid tribute to the 75-year-old after his family confirms he died from health complications. Dec 18, 2020
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Jeremy Bulloch has lost his battle with Parkinson’s disease. The actor, who is best known for playing bounty hunter Boba Fett in the Star Wars film series, passed away at the age of 75 from health complications in a London hospital on Thursday, December 17.
Jeremy s death was confirmed by his longtime agent Kelly Andrews. We are very sad to announce the death of actor Jeremy Bulloch, earlier today, Andrews statement to USA TODAY read. He died peacefully, in hospital, surrounded by his family, from health complications following his many years living with Parkinson s disease.