“Star Wars” actor Angus MacInnes, who was greatest identified for Jon “Dutch” Vander in two of the franchise’s movies, has died. He was 77.
“Our hearts are damaged. He was at dwelling surrounded by love & we had super help. We thank everybody for the pretty tributes,” MacInnes’ household wrote in an announcement to Fox Information Digital.
“Even in his remaining month, he remained robust, exhibiting that distinctive humour that might convey mild to the darkest conditions,” MacInnes’ longtime supervisor informed Fox Information Digital in an announcement. Â
“I’ll at all times cherish his cheeky snicker and his unimaginable expertise as an actor. We’ve misplaced a real legend. Relaxation in peace and rise in glory.”
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In an announcement shared to the actor’s Fb web page on Monday, MacInnes’ household confirmed that he handed away on Dec. 23.
“To all Angus’ followers all over the world, with breaking hearts we write this: Angus MacInnes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, buddy, and actor died on twenty third of December 2024. He left us peacefully, surrounded by his household and love,” they wrote.
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MacInnes performed Vander, a spaceship pilot who was the chief of the riot’s Gold Squadron within the franchise’s first movie, 1977’s “Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope.” The Canada native returned to the franchise to voice his character in 2016’s “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” which marked his remaining movie position.
Of their Fb put up, MacInnes’ household recalled the actor’s love for his “Star Wars” followers.
“For Angus, the followers of Star Wars held a particular place in his coronary heart,” they shared. “He cherished assembly you at conventions, listening to your tales, and sharing in your ardour for the saga. He was regularly humbled, delighted, and honoured by the admiration and keenness of the followers and conference group.”
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MacInnes’ movie and TV profession spanned over 4 a long time. Born on Oct. 27, 1947 in Ontario, he made his first movie look within the 1975 Canadian science fiction sports activities film “Rollerball.”Â
The actor went on to look in various different movies together with “Superman II,” “Witness,” “Hellbound: Hellraiser II,” “Atlantic Metropolis” “Decide Dredd,” “Hellboy,” “Eyes Vast Shut,” “The Black Dahlia” and “Captain Phillips,” amongst others.
His TV credit embody roles in “Area: 1999,” “The Littlest Hobo,” “The New Statesman,” “Vikings” and “River Metropolis.”
“His work touched numerous lives, and he took nice delight in being a part of these tales that proceed to resonate with audiences worldwide,” his household wrote of their put up.
“Angus was greater than an actor—he was a form, considerate, and beneficiant soul who introduced heat and humor into the lives of everybody who knew him,” they added.Â
“He shall be deeply missed by his household, buddies and fellow actors but additionally by his followers all over the world – his household thanks all.”Â
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