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Michael Pennington, 'Star Wars' and Shakespearean Actor, Dies at 82

British actor Michael Pennington, celebrated for his role as Moff Jerjerrod in 'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' and a distinguished career in Shakespearean theater, has passed away at the age of 82.

10 May, 19:40 — 11 May, 13:18
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BBCHigh19h ago

Star Wars and Shakespeare actor Michael Pennington dies aged 82

Actress Miriam Margolyes said she was "sad beyond measure" to hear of the actor's death.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual23h ago

'Return of the Jedi' actor Michael Pennington passes away at 82

Acclaimed actor Michael Pennington, known for his role as Moff Jerjerrod in 'Return of the Jedi,' has passed away at 82. Pennington, a dedicated Shakespearean actor with the Royal Shakespeare Company, also starred in 'The French Lieutenant's Woman' and 'The Iron Lady.' His prolific career extended to writing and voice acting, leaving a significant legacy in the arts.

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varietyMostly Factual1d ago

Michael Pennington, ‘Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’ Actor, Dies at 82

Michael Pennington, a celebrated Shakespearean actor who also appeared in “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi,” has died, according to The Telegraph. He was 82. In “Return of the Jedi,” Pennington appeared as Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod, an Empire admiral responsible for overseeing the construction of the second Death Star. Pennington also appeared […]

By Jack Dunn

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deadlineMostly Factual21h ago

Michael Pennington Dies: ‘Star Wars’ Actor Was 82

Michael Pennington, the theater actor who played Moff Jerjerrod in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, has died aged 82. His passing was confirmed by British newspaper The Telegraph. The cause of death was not revealed. Pennington is a celebrated theater actor with numerous credits during a career that lasted decades. However, […]

By Jesse Whittock

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ignMostly Factual15h ago

Michael Pennington, Who Played Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi's Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod, Has Died Aged 82

Michael Pennington — better known to Star Wars fans as Return of the Jedi's Moff Tiaan Jerjerrod — has died aged 82.

By Vikki Blake

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tmzMixed1d ago

'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' Actor Michael Pennington Dead at 82

Michael Pennington, who played Death Star Commander Moff Jerjerrod in "Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi" has died. The acclaimed actor passed away Sunday, according to a report from The Telegraph. Michael was born on June 7, 1943, in…

By TMZ Staff

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