Kenny Baker (1934-2016), Actor Best Known For Playing R2-D2 in the Star Wars Films
Today we lost a dear friend. We'll miss you, Kenny Baker. https://t.co/Z020FtLQpP pic.twitter.com/xDHvUurUgv
- Star Wars (@starwars) August 13, 2016
Kenny Baker, 3'8"^2 tall British actor best known for playing R2-D2 in the Star Wars films, has died at age 81 following an extended illness. He also played Fidgit in Terry Gilliam's Time Bandits and many other roles.
Goodbye #KennyBaker A lifelong loyal friend-I loved his optimism & determination He WAS the droid I was looking for! pic.twitter.com/rd94OEYaHi
- Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) August 13, 2016
So sorry to hear about this. It was lovely working with Kenny. Kenny Baker, Star Wars R2-D2 actor, dies aged 81 https://t.co/9HW6f3MWZl
- Ewan McGregor (@mcgregor_ewan) August 13, 2016
#RIP #KennyBaker. Sad to say goodbye to a small man with a huge heart & personality. He paved the way for short actors of a generation. x
- Warwick Davis (@WarwickADavis) August 13, 2016
Related Laughing Squid PostsRest in Peace @starwars legend #KennyBaker - whose name I learned at age 7 because he brought #R2D2 to life. Feels like losing family"
- KevinSmith (@ThatKevinSmith) August 13, 2016