James Earl Jones would say, across the many years that he was asked about his role in Star Wars, that he recorded his original performance as Darth Vader in only a couple of hours. The voice is so ...

Denzel Washington is paying homage to the late actor James Earl Jones, who died this week at 93. “He’s my hero,” Washington tells Variety. “My college theater career started because of ‘The Emperor ...

Lin-Manuel Miranda says that Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa movie received the late James Earl Jones’ blessing. Mufasa: The Lion King will be released in United States theaters this coming December. Directed ...

The musical features music and lyrics by Joy Huerta, of the pop duo Jesse & Joy, and Benjamin Velez. By Caitlin Huston Business Writer Set in Los Angeles in the summer of 1987, the musical follows ...

The word “iconic” gets thrown around a lot, but if it applies to anyone it certainly applies to James Earl Jones. With his resonant voice, imposing presence, and impeccable timing he could make us ...

NPR's Scott Simon remembers actor James Earl Jones, whose deep, resonant voice animated some of cinema's most iconic characters. By the time James Earl Jones died this week at the age of 93, critics ...

Bob Newhart, James Earl Jones, Peter Marshall, Shannen Doherty, and more luminaries were honored during the heartfelt In Memoriam segment led by Jelly Roll at Sunday’s Emmy Awards. Jimmy Kimmel then ...

As many continue to react to veteran actor James Earl Jones’ death on September 9, 2024, we are learning more about his life and his impact on some of Black Hollywood’s biggest stars. The legendary ...