(FOX NEWS) – Award-winning actor James Earl Jones died
Monday at his home in Dutchess County, New York. The
cause of death was not immediately disclosed.

Jones was known for his voice role as Darth Vader in the
"Star Wars" franchise, in addition to "Coming to America,
"Field of Dreams," Mufasa in “The Lion King,” and "The
Hunt for Red October."

1970

In 1977, Jones made his debut in his iconic
voiceover role as Darth Vader in George
Lucas‘ space opera blockbuster film Star
Wars: A New Hope.

Jones with President George H. W. Bush and First Lady
Barbara Bush in 1992.

Formerly known as the Cort Theatre, now the James Earl
Jones Theatre on Broadway.