Hayden Christensen – 39 Years Old – Anakin Skywalker

If anyone could’ve nailed the “good boy gone bad” role of Anakin Skywalker, that would have been Hayden Christensen. The actor starred in the Star Wars prequel trilogy as the young father of Luke Skywalker. He masterfully exhibited his character’s journey from being a gifted Jedi to becoming a threat to the order.

Christensen racked up numerous honors for this outgoing yet wicked persona, including being nominated for the Saturn Award for best actor. After all these years, the star still manages to captivate the best of us with his charming looks and acting chops!

Anthony Daniels – 74 Years Old – C-3PO

Anthony Daniels happens to have an emotional bond with his Star Wars character, C-3PO, a role he played in all the Star Wars films, spin-offs, television, and radio shows. He is the only actor out of the entire cast of the film series, which remained utterly loyal to his character till the very end.

The actor has confessed that he respects C-3PO greatly for showing human elements despite being just a tin robot. Although his role stands out more than anything, the English actor has also appeared in various British TV programs, including Prime Suspect.

Kenny Baker – 81 Years Old – R2D2

Kenny Baker was the controller and the actor of the droid R2-D2. For the first few movies, the character of R2D2 was remote-controlled, as the robot was operated by the actor while he wore the costume of the droid. Pretty nifty, isn’t it?

It was in the prequel trilogy when CGI came into the picture and changed the game! Baker previously had said that he would not be able to do certain scenes by controlling the droid with a remote. If there was anything that gave the mute R2D2 life, that was Kenny! Unfortunately, as a result of an illness, the actor passed away in 2016.

Peter Mayhew – 74 Years Old – Chewbacca

Chewbacca taught the world the true meaning of loyalty and companionship, as the faithful Wookiee of Han Solo stayed by his side till the end. The role of this loyal friend was dazzlingly portrayed by actor
Peter Mayhew! Sadly, the artist is with us no more and passed away in 2019.

Mayhew continued to play the role of Chewie in all the live-action films of the franchise. After The Force Awakens in 2015, the actor finally called it quits and retired from the limelight. In addition to acting, the artist was also a prolific writer and authored two books!

Frank Oz – 76 Years Old – Yoda

Frank Oz nailed the role of the little green guy yet the powerful grandmaster of the Jedi Order in the Star Wars film. Yoda is perhaps one of the most iconic characters in the history of American TV! He rose to popularity among the youngsters due to his distinct speech pattern, which is still referenced by many franchise fans till today!

Oz played the role of the wise master in various Star Warsfilms and television series. His other noticeable projects include Dark Crystal, Little Shop of Horrors, and What about Bob.

Natalie Portman – 39 Years Old – Padmé Amidala

Amidala’s character in Star Wars may have received mixed reactions, but this role brought Natalie Portman international prominence overnight. After successfully finishing the prequel trilogy, the splendid actress started to direct short films like Eve and biographical dramas such as A Tale of Love and Darkness.

We will soon see Portman gracing the big-screen as Jane Foster in 2022 in Thor: Love and Thunder. Despite Natalie’s inspiration journey in Hollywood, the celeb is loved for being vocal about her opinions, and as an environmental and animal rights activist, she works tirelessly towards a better world for all.

David Prowse – 85 Years Old – Darth Vader

He may have left the world for a better place in 2020, but David Prowse will always be remembered for his impeccable work, especially his portrayal of Darth Vader in the iconic Star Wars trilogy. From being a weightlifting champion to a legendary actor, David left the audience hungry for more always!

Unfortunately, the superstar’s health tried to pull him back from time to time. Shortly after his appearance in Star Wars, David had to give up his career due to severe illness. He was fortunate enough to have his family around him, but sadly, the actor eventually succumbed to his condition and passed away.

John Boyega – 28 Years Old – Finn

While people struggle to get small parts in commercials during their 20s, this young man has already become a famous producer and actor. John Boyega’s career began with a hit film like Attack the Block, after which he appeared in the trilogy from 2015 to 2019.

In between these years, the celeb was honored with a BAFTA award as well. John indeed has great talent and potential for working hard in the industry! He has even got a massive female fan following. While he may be single at the moment, but girls, you all might not stand a chance because John is focused on building an empire in showbiz!

Oscar Isaac – 41 Years Old – Poe Dameron

Not everyone gets recognition with their debut film, but Oscar Isaac was one lucky guy to become a household name overnight. He got a major part in a biblical epic film, The Nativity Story, in 2006. But it was a long journey till he got a role in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and then in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. It was worth the wait!

When he was at the peak of his career, Oscar also found the love of his life – director Elvira Lind. They have been married for three years and are busy raising two lovely children. It’s commendable how brilliantly Oscar balances profession and family!

Silas Carson – 55 Years Old – Ki-Adi-Mundi

Famously known for his portrayal of Jedi Master – Ki-Adi-Mundi, Silas Carson took the world by surprise with his exemplary skills in the series. Fame and fortune were bound to follow him after receiving a remarkable response from the audience.

Outside this trilogy, Silas made guest appearances on shows like Hustle, The Bill, and Strike Back. He also worked as a voice artist for a couple of episodes of Doctor Who and a minor part in the BBC sitcom Outnumbered. However, if you are keen about his personal life, the celeb is equally renowned for keeping it all to himself! We wonder what Silas is hiding!

Amy Allen – 44 Years Old – Aayla Secura

Before Amy Allen acted in Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, she had done a lot of backstage work in several movies. Not many know this, but her character was the last moment addition to this series. It was her chance to be in front of the camera this time and grace the silver screen.

Thankfully, Amy grabbed the opportunity with both hands, and today we have a magnificent production assistant as well as a marvelous actress. Surprisingly, she appeared at conventions and “Women Who Kick’s” panel discussion after the Star Wars project, but the celeb disappeared from the limelight as quickly as she had found it!

Denis Lawson – 73 Years Old – Wedge Antilles

Even though Denis Lawson played a supporting character of Wedge Antilles in the Star Wars franchise, he dazzled the viewers with the finesse of his craft. After that, a whole new world of possibilities opened up for the superstar. You’d be surprised to know that he has done more work on television than on the silver screen. Among many other shows, watch him spreading magic in The Justice Game and Candy Cabs.

While there was more work, Denis had to give up the chance of performing in the reprise version of the series because his schedule collapsed with The Force Awakens. Indeed, a fortunate and unfortunate timing altogether!

Jake Lloyd – 31 Years Old – Young Anakin Skywalker

Remember the little kid who played the character of young Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars prequel The Phantom Menace? Well, his name is Jake Lloyd and he is all grown up now and heading into his thirties!

Unfortunately, fame did not go this former actor’s way and he decided to retire from the entertainment scene and move to Chicago. After several run-ins with the law, it was determined that Jake was suffering from an illness, but the good news is that he’s safe and close to his family now, who are looking out for his well-being all the way.

Billy Dee Williams – 83 Years Old – Lando Calrissian

Although you might know actor Billy Dee Williams from his famous role as Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars franchise, we can promise you there is much more to this talented individual than that one part of his career!

Not only is Billy a veteran of stage and screen but this artist is also a talented painter! Over the years Williams most certainly capitalized on his success in the famous intergalactic saga, returning to his prime role many times, and fans wouldn’t have wanted it any other way. Not bad for someone who betrayed the rebellion, we reckon!

Raymond Park – 46 Years Old – Darth Maul

When actor Raymond Park started his career in the entertainment industry he had no idea that the part he played as Darth Maul in the Star Wars prequel The Phantom Menace would open so many new doors for him as an entertainer.

However, Ray wasn’t new to the industry and his talents as a martial artist and stuntman secured him a lot of work alongside famous names like actor Christopher Walken whose stunt double he portrayed in the film Sleepy Hollow! Park is still running around kicking up an action storm and we can’t wait to see what action-packed movie he’ll wow us with next.

Christopher Lee – 93 Years Old – Count Dooku

Unfortunately, the world lost actor Christopher Lee in 2015, but it is a certainty that his legacy lives on in all who met him.

You might remember him as portraying Count Dooku in the Star Wars series of films, but we’re here to tell you that besides that, Christopher was probably one of the most interesting people who ever lived. He served in the second global conflict as a soldier. The man redefined the horror genre with his role as Dracula in 1953 and his career spanned nearly seventy years! Go read more about him. This item is way too short to cover the magnificent life this legend led!

Terrence Stamp – 82 Years Old – Supreme Chancellor Valorum

Actor Terrence Stamp was once described as ‘The Master of Brooding Silence’ and if you’ve ever seen his performances you know why. Not to say that many people haven’t seen this talented powerhouse of an entertainer in action.

He played the role of Chancellor Valorum in The Phanton Menace but the list of his parts and accompanying accolades is almost endless. Over the past sixty years, Terrence hasn’t stopped wowing audiences across the world, and even now that he’s in his eighties we’re sure that his upcoming films won’t fail to deliver the goods.

Jimmy Smits – 65 Years Old – Bail Organa

You might remember actor Jimmy Smits from his role as Bail Organa in the Star Wars prequel lists, but besides that, this veteran of the silver screen’s entertainment resume stretches all the way from 1984 to now!

He starred in the eighties series LA Law, as well as the nineties hit show NYPD Blue and has comprised a slew of other parts including a part in the massively popular comedy Brooklyn 99! But Jimmy also spends a lot of his time on charity and is devoted to creating opportunities for Latino actors in the arts. What a fantastic example of a great man, we reckon!

Rena Owen – 58 Years Old – Taun We

New-Zealand-born actress Rena Owen is one of the only people in the world to have played not one, but two characters in the Star Wars film universe and the only woman who has gotten to work with both George Lucas and Steven Spielberg!

But there is much more to this talented lady than meets the eye. Over her career of more than thirty-five years, Rena has proved herself a force to be reckoned with as a director, theater performer, and screenwriter as well. It seems that her part as Taun We and Nee Alavar in Lucas’ universe is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to her enormous talents.

Bai Ling – 54 Years Old – Banna Breemu

While a lot of the Star Wars characters in this list are well-known, there is an exception to this rule! That’s because actress Bai Ling’s scenes as Senator Banna Breemu were left on the cutting room floor when they edited Revenge of the Sith.

Bai claims there was more to it than what meets the eye and saw her away from the screen, but Lucas insists that it was merely the direction in which the film needed to be taken that required her acting to go. However, you can catch a glimpse of her in the deleted scenes of the DVD release. Apparently, it’s worth the watch!

Daisy Ridley – 28 Years Old – Rey

Before her appearance in the new Star Wars films English actress Daisy Ridley was well on her way to earning her stripes as an entertainer, but when she was cast as Rey a whole new world of possibilities opened up to her and her career.

Although fans of the original films were skeptical at first, they soon came around and to say that they were in awe of her performance is an understatement. Before the cinematic success of the movie and its sequels some critics thought of Daisy as ‘totally unknown,’ but her acting talent and the billions of dollars made at the box office proved all the naysayers wrong.

George Lucas – 76 Years Old – Baron Papanoida

It’s safe to say that there isn’t a film fan who doesn’t know who acclaimed director George Lucas is. He gave us not only the great Star Wars, but also pioneered special effects in the cinema industry and was responsible for giving life to the Indiana Jones franchise!

But what would this whole success story be if you didn’t get to play at least a small part on screen in the saga that you were responsible for? Well, not to fret, because you can see George as the towering Baron Papanoida in Revenge of The Sith. We bet you didn’t know this bit of trivia, but we’re glad to help!

Mark Hamill – 69 Years Old – Luke Skywalker

After spending almost his entire career combatting the evil Darth Vader, Mark Hamill will forever be known as the famous knight of the Jedi! We refuse to recognize him in any other way. Not only is this Jedi a prolific actor, but he is also an acclaimed voice actor. Not too shabby for someone who lives in a galaxy far, far away, right?

As a voice artist, he is best known for his work as the Joker, the archnemesis of Batman in the DC animated series. From being a goodie-goodie to a sadistic psychopath, this man has done it all!

Harrison Ford – 78 Years Old – Han Solo

The character of Han Solo has been pretty instrumental in the Star Wars films. And Harrison Ford did complete justice to the legendary role with his remarkable skills as an actor. For his exceptional role as the smuggler in the movie, Ford won countless accolades!

Following his expansive career in Star Wars, the actor became one of the highest-grossing domestic box office celebrities of all time! The star is also known for portraying Indiana Jones in the smash hit film franchise by the same name – Ford has also worked in some highly-acclaimed thriller films with equal aplomb!

Ewan McGregor – 49 Years Old – Obi-Wan Kenobi

Ewan McGregor is best known for his role as the legendary Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi, which to date stands as his most rewarded role! Having appeared in various hit movies ranging from Beauty And The Beast to Fargo, the actor has quickly established himself as a bankable star! Following this, McGregor was also included in the Empire magazine’s Top 100 Movie Stars of all Time in 1997.

In addition to films, the actor has also dabbled in big-budget theatre productions, including Othello and Guys and Dolls. He is all set to lend his voice in the upcoming retelling of the beloved classic Pinocchio.

Liam Neeson – 68 Years Old – Qui-Gon Jinn

He may have appeared on and off in Star Wars, but because of Liam Neeson’s iconic performance, we may be able to see him again as Qui-Gon Jinn. Indeed, often less is more! A shorter part in the movie got Liam recognition that many celebs don’t achieve even after playing the protagonist.

After receiving positive reviews, Liam did voice-over work for some animated films and documentaries. And if you think he must have made a fortune from all these projects, then you’re not wrong. He even bought a house for himself with this money. Besides the loss of his mother, everything seems to be in place in the actor’s life.

Samuel L Jackson – 72 Years Old – Mace Windu

Samuel L Jackon must feel proud of himself for making it so far in Hollywood. He’s given almost six decades to the industry, but his portrayal of Mace Windu’s character on Star Wars remains the best to date. Not just this action-packed series, but the legendary actor later featured in several TV shows, video games, music videos, and animated movies as a voice artist too.

Undoubtedly, Samuel has also received several awards like IGN Award, Golden Plate Award, and Cannes Film Festival Award for best actor. Besides pursuing his passion for acting, Jackson devotes his time to philanthropy work.

Ian McDiarmid – 76 Years Old – Emperor Palpatine

If there was only one character who could surpass Darth Vader in wickedness and malignity, that would be Emperor Palpatine. Do you also hate this character as much as we do? Great then, Ian McDiarmid did his job splendidly!

The Scottish actor is regarded as a pioneer in the film industry for his role of the Jedi destroyer, Darth Sidious. Not only this, but he is also hailed as a talented theatre artist and received worldwide recognition for it! After becoming a part of the Royal Shakespeare Company, Ian starred in iconic plays including Hamlet, The Tempest and Macbeth.

Adam Driver – 37 Years Old – Kylo Ren

Playing a hero in movies is still an easy job, but only a few actors play a villain’s role as brilliantly as Adam Driver’s character in the film. The superstar was even honored for his stunning performance in 2016 at MTV Movie Awards night.

Prior to this opportunity, Adam had established himself as an artist in the film industry, but once the critiques saw his craft in Star Wars, he received both critical and commercial success. After which, Driver signed big banner films like The Meyerowitz Stories and Logan Lucky. Barely in his 40s, what this superstar has achieved so far is just the tip of the iceberg!