'Star Wars: Return of the Jedi' Actor Michael Pennington Dead at 82
TMZ • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Michael Pennington, known for his role as Death Star Commander Moff Jerjerrod in "Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi," has passed away at the age of 82.
- He was born on June 7, 1943, in Cambridge, England, and began his acting career in 1965 with a role in the BBC miniseries "The War of the Roses."
- Pennington was married to actress Katharine Barker from 1964 until their divorce in 1967, and they had one son, Mark.
- His memorable scene in "Return of the Jedi" involved Darth Vader threatening his character over the slow progress of the Death Star II construction, creating a lasting impression on fans.
