James Earl Jones who died on 9 September 2024, will be remembered as an acting icon and master of voice.
An Emmy, Tony and Golden Globe award winner, Jones performed the iconic character voices for the Lion King’s Mufasa, and Darth Vader in the Star Wars films. Jones also famously lent his voice to CNN’s tagline, “This is CNN.”
His first movie appearance came courtesy of the 1964 film Dr. Strangelove. His most memorable film roles included Conan the Barbarian, Coming to America, Claudine and The Field of Dreams.
In 1969, Jones participated in making test films for Sesame Street, which were instrumental in what was to become the long running format for the children’s educational series.
Jones was a once in a generation talent who has left an enormous legacy in American culture.
