translated from Spanish: Peter Mayhew, the actor who gave life to Chewbacca in “Star Wars” died

The death of the actor who got into the fur of Chewbacca, Han Solo’s furry companion during the first three films of the series, was confirmed on Wednesday by his family in a statement.

Peter Mayhew, the actor who gave life to Chewbacca

The family of Peter Mayhew, with deep love and sadness, “regrets to share the news that Peter is dead. Let the evening of April 30. “Peter was the man behind the mask of Chewbacca in the Star Wars original trilogy, in episode 3 of prequels and the new trilogy”, wrote on Twitter.

Peter Mayhew, the actor who gave life to Chewbacca

Peter Mayhew had a surgery to improve his mobility and his family said it in the statement: “fought to leave the wheelchair and to stand up for Chewbacca play once more in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Also was a consultant in The Last Jedien an effort to teach to his successor. He put his heart and soul in the role, and that was in every scene of the movie.” But he could not improve his health and finally died at the age of 74.

Peter Mayhew, the actor who gave life to Chewbacca

The British worked in a hospital when George Lucas chose it for his 1977 film, to give life to the character of Chewbacca. With the Mayhew made it the hairy became one of the most beloved of the saga and the followers in encounters with “Star Wars” fans and followers.

Peter Mayhew, the actor who gave life to Chewbacca

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