'Star Wars' Actor Dave Prowse Dies At 85

David Prowse, known for his role as the body of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, passed away after a short illness. A former British weightlifting champion, Prowse was initially asked to audition for either Chewbacca or Darth Vader, choosing the latter because 'you always remember the bad guys.' Despite being physically perfect for the role, his West Country accent led to his lines being dubbed by James Earl Jones.

What role did David Prowse play in the original Star Wars trilogy?

• The voice of Darth Vader

• The body of Darth Vader

• The voice of Chewbacca

• The body of Chewbacca

What was David Prowse's profession before acting?

• Professional wrestler

• Olympic sprinter

• Martial artist

• British weightlifting champion

Why did David Prowse choose to audition for Darth Vader instead of Chewbacca?

• He believed villains are more memorable

• He liked the character's voice

• He preferred the costume

• He was a fan of the dark side

What was the reason for not using David Prowse's voice in the films?

• He refused to record lines

• His accent was not suitable

• He had a high-pitched voice

• His voice was too soft

Who provided the voice for Darth Vader in the original trilogy?

• Alec Guinness

• James Earl Jones

• Harrison Ford

• Mark Hamill