Kenny Baker
British actor and musician (1934–2016)
Kenneth George "Kenny" Baker (24 August 1934 – 13 August 2016) was an English actor and musician. He played R2-D2 in the Star Wars movie series.
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![]() Baker at a science fiction convention, February 12, 2005 | |
Born | Kenneth George Baker 24 August 1934 |
Died | 13 August 2016 Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom | (aged 81)
Cause of death | COPD |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1951–2015 |
Height | 112 cm (3 ft 8 in) |
Baker was born on 24 August 1934 in Birmingham, West Midlands. He died on 13 August 2016.[1]
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