Peter Mayhew and Mark Hamill on the set of The Empire Strikes Back (1979)

Peter Mayhew, 1944 - 2019

“I’m grateful for the memories we shared and I’m a better man for just having known him. Thanks Pete.” - Mark Hamill

“The happiness you brought to my life through Chewbacca was always enough but to meet you and experience your amazing heart was even better.” - John Boyega

“He was an absolutely one-of-a-kind gentleman and a legend of unrivalled class and I will miss him.” - Joonas Suotamo

“The mighty Peter Mayhew brought such warmth, humour, and humility to the beloved character of Chewbacca.” - Warwick Davis

“We were partners in film and friends in life for over 30 years and I loved him.” Harrison Ford

RIP Peter Mayhew (1944-2019)

May the Force be With you.

Peter Mayhew (1944 - 2019)

Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) and Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia) behind the scenes during filming of The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

Peter Mayhew and Carrie Fisher on the set of Return of the Jedi.

She was a princess. She can adapt to almost any situation and she did. Make sure that Carrie Fisher lives on in everybody’s memory. - Peter Mayhew.

Ha! Well played, Chewie. Well played.

Peter Mayhew and Harrison Ford filming their scene with the Imperial Probe Droid from The Empire Strikes Back (1980)

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