Actor James Earl Jones, who gained recognition for his exceptional acting and powerful voice in Hollywood, passed away at the age of ninety-three.
With his family by his side, the actor died quietly at home on September 9, 2024 reported by his agent, Barry McPherson.
Coming to America, The Greatest, Field of Dreams, and Conan the Barbarian were among the movies that made Jones, who was born in Mississippi in January 1931, a Hollywood star.
His legendary voice work as Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in Disney’s The Lion King (1994) have earned him widespread recognition.
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Jones received numerous honors over his illustrious career, including a Tony Award, an Emmy, a Grammy, and an honorary Oscar.
He made a significant impact on television, taking home two Emmys for his roles as the elder Alex Haley in Roots: The Next Generation and Gabriel’s Fire.
Jones voiced The Simpsons and made appearances in early Sesame Street episodes.
He recently spoke up about his lengthy battle with type 2 diabetes for the first time in nearly two decades.
He is survived by his only son, Flynn Earl Jones.
