Legendary actor James Earl Jones dies at 93

Legendary actor James Earl Jones, best known for his innumerable movie roles, including "Field of Dreams," "The Hunt for Red October," and lending his booming voice of the characters of Darth Vader in the "Star Wars" franchise and Mufasa in "The Lion King," has died, his representative confirmed to ABC News.

He was 93.

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[cchisolmcc]

RIP Mr. James Earl Jones. Your voice made me believe that lions could actually talk as a child but as an adult black man, I strive and pray to be the God fearing, conscious, educated, and enduring presense you were as a man. 🙏🏾 Thank you so much. We love you! ❤

[andrewgrove]

One of the most iconic voices of all times

[jcehlert]

The most iconic voice in all of sci fi.

[chriscarlson]

"No I am your Father." One of the greatest lines in movie history! Rest in peace James Earl Jones.

[skycloud]

Without doubt the greatest and most iconic voice in all of cinema. Bless him.

[kevinshell]

He’s probably most famous for being the voice of the Greatest bad guy in movie history Darth Vader but in my opinion his best work was portraying Jack Johnson in The Great White Hope. Hollywood lost a legend today. RIP great one ❤

[GothamCitizen]

Rest In Peace, Lord Vader. You leave behind a legendary body of work that will continue to inspire countless fans for generations to come. You will be missed and may the force be with you always. Condolences to the Jones family.

[huntress]

Long live the king...
RIP James Earl Jones

[-itvara-]

One of the most iconic actors in history. What a huge loss. Rest in peace

[armptthenormalguy]

I can’t even pick out one of my favorite roles he had, because they were all amazing.

I don’t think a single person will ever forget his incredible voice and acting. Rest in peace you absolute legend, our king of Zamunda, our king of the Pride Lands, our ruler of the galaxy.

[bearsfan]

Fields of dreams will forever be my favorite baseball movie. James delivered one of the best monologues. RIP Terrance Mann!

[silverbolt]

The force will be with James Earl Jones, always.

[potterhead]

Part of my childhood has gone. 😢 RIP he was the GOAT

[eb]

Thank goodness this station remembered to mention his role in The Great White Hope. It's been decades since I saw that movie and I've never forgotten it.

[mssangel-lee]

Rest in love, you shall be sorely missed

[BabySister]

He will be missed. He went from having a terrible stutter to one of the most recognizable voices. RIP 🙏🏾

[redcomet]

I’ve been dreading this day for decades
The world Lost an incredible talent today 😢

[SoraZ]

A legendary man with a legendary voice.
Rest in peace.

[VanessaGreenlee-lz]

He was blessed with longevity, he lived 93 years.i enjoyed his performances in the 1982, movie Conan the barbarian, and coming to America, 1988.

[originalswedies]

Aside from Star Wars and The Lion King, I adored his character in Coming To America. He is absolutely magnificent. Rest in peace, sir, I appreciate you!