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Peter Mayhew

A towering figure both on and off screen, Peter Mayhew's journey from an unassuming man to the beloved Wookiee Chewbacca becomes an inspiring tale of humility, legacy, and the enduring power of Star Wars.

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In short · Editing since 1952, 7 decades active, 37 credits.

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Peter William Mayhew was a British-American actor best known for his portrayal of Chewbacca in the *Star Wars* film series. He first appeared in the role in the 1977 original film and continued to play the character in all of his live-action appearances through 2015's *The Force Awakens*, before retiring from the role. Mayhew also provided the voice for Chewbacca in the animated series *Star Wars: The Clone Wars* and appeared as the character in various television shows, including *The Muppet Show*.

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