Star Wars and Shakespeare actor Michael Pennington dies aged 82
Summary
Michael Pennington, an English actor known for his role in Star Wars: Episode VI and his work with the Royal Shakespeare Company, has died at the age of 82. He had a long career in film, television, and theater, appearing in more than 70 roles and co-founding the English Shakespeare Company.Key Facts
- Michael Pennington died at age 82.
- He played Moff Jerjerrod, the Death Star commander, in Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi.
- Pennington was an Honorary Associate Artist with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
- He co-founded the English Shakespeare Company with director Michael Bogdanov.
- He appeared in over 70 screen roles starting from 1965.
- He acted alongside Meryl Streep in The Iron Lady.
- Pennington worked frequently with actress Dame Judi Dench and actor Michael Williams.
- His last credited role was in 2022 as a voice actor in the sci-fi series Raised by Wolves.
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