The one and only James Earl Jones has just turned 90 and fans are celebrating the career of the award-winning actor and Hollywood icon. With his instantly recognizable voice and truly incredible performances, Jone is widely recognized as one of the greatest actors in American history. With the hope that the actor will have a happy birthday, fans all over the world get along war of stars Fans of Disney fanatics and everything in between post tribute messages wishing him well and honoring his work.
“He has the most iconic voice in the galaxy. Leave birthday wishes for James Earl Jones below,” the said Star Wars UK Posted on Twitter account, many, many birthday wishes from war of stars Fans.
He has the most iconic voice in the galaxy. Leave birthday wishes for James Earl Jones below. pic.twitter.com/MuX79fwqX0
– Star Wars UK (@StarWarsUK) January 17, 2021
A fan tweeted: “THE voice, happy 90th to the great James Earl Jones. An acting legend, ruler of Zamunda and the entire galaxy !!
THE voice, happy 90th to the great James Earl Jones. An acting legend, ruler of Zamunda and the entire galaxy !! pic.twitter.com/chZahpCPSS
– Vince Wright (@ thebigsmooth1) January 17, 2021
“To the most famous voice in a galaxy far, far away and in the great cycle of life. Our Vader, our Mufasa. Happy 90th birthday, James Earl Jones!” Another tweet reads.
Another fan recognizes Jones’ debut film role and posts a clip from the film and tweets. “James Earl Jones #BOTD portrays Lieutenant Lothar Zogg in Stanley Kubricks Dr. Strangelove (1964). The film is a brilliant satire of the MAD doctrine and shows a US Air Force general ordering a nuclear first strike against the Soviet Union, with Zogg piloting one of the B-52s on the range. “
James Earl Jones #BOTD portrays Lieutenant Lothar Zogg in Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove (1964). The film is a brilliant satire of the MAD doctrine and shows a US Air Force general ordering a nuclear first strike against the Soviet Union, with Zogg piloting one of the B-52s on the range. pic.twitter.com/pXMEyGjz5f
– Tico Romao (@TicoRomao) January 17, 2021
Some celebrities also partake in the Jones praise. Actor Wendell Pierce, famous for The cable and Jack Ryan, went to Twitter to write, “To my mentor and inspiration, Happy 90th Birthday to James Earl Jones. One of the greatest artists of our generation. May you continue to be blessed.”
To my mentor and inspiration: Happy 90th birthday to James Earl Jones. One of the greatest artists of our generation. May you be continuously blessed. pic.twitter.com/qxQv525gCE
– Wendell Pierce (@WendellPierce) January 17, 2021
With a booming voice like no other, Jones is easily recognized for his speaking roles. With David Prowse in costume, Jones delivered the voice of the legendary villain Darth Vader in the original war of stars George Lucas’ film trilogy. It’s a role he would repeat in later sections of the franchise, including 2019 Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Jones is also known for voicing Mufasa in the Disney animated classic The Lion Kingand because it was too hard to imagine anyone else pronouncing the character, he returned as Mufasa in the 2019 remake.
Jones has also starred in various acclaimed roles in live action films. For playing Jack Jefferson in The great white hopehe was nominated for an Oscar for best actor. He is also known for his appearances in films such as Malcolm X., The Bushido blade, Conan the barbarian, Soul man, Field of dreams, and The hunt for Red October. Jones also played King Jaffe Joffer in the Eddie Murphy comedy Come to America, a role he’ll repeat in this year’s sequel Coming 2 America. This film will be released on Amazon Prime Video on March 5th.
Whatever Jones does now, we hope his 90th birthday is the best he’s had so far. Happy birthday, James Earl Jones! You can have fun by posting birthday messages to Jones on social media with the hashtag #JamesEarlJones.
Happy 90th birthday to the incomparable James Earl Jones! pic.twitter.com/qB2rkB7fBK
– Black Girl Nerds (@BlackGirlNerds) January 17, 2021
Congratulations to legendary actor James Earl Jones! I have a lot of favorite moments, but one that really makes me laugh is the Frasier episode in which he plays a blind patient legend!
– Small black lines (@smallblacklines) January 17, 2021
Happy birthday James Earl Jones 👑 90! pic.twitter.com/ZbTtwLz4Bd
– 247 Live Culture (@ 247LC) January 17, 2021
The voice behind “I AM YOUR FATHER” turns 90, Happy Happy 90th birthday to James Earl Jones #JamesEarlJones#Darth Vaderpic.twitter.com/XX19EcmHGU
– Danial (@rap_shadyy) January 17, 2021
Darth Vader (Star Wars), Mufasa (The Lion King), King Jaffe Jofer (Coming to America), Terance Mann (Field of Dreams), Mr. Mertle (The Sandlot) … The same guy.
Happy 90th birthday, James Earl Jones! #Legendarypic.twitter.com/Y0Jm3QTc8L– Coach Stew @ ♂️ (@ CoachStew06) January 17, 2021
Happy 90th birthday to James Earl Jones, one of the best VAs and actors of all time #HappyBirthdayJamesEarlJonespic.twitter.com/ro1Dq3d25L
– Sergeant Seth (@Sergeant_Seth) January 17, 2021
To an entertainment legend, happy birthday to James Earl Jones! https://t.co/K5FaAfCT2M
– Dr. Herbert West (@ DrHerbertWest1) January 17, 2021
Happy birthday to the voice of Darth Vader, James Earl Jones. Credits include Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977), Conan the Barbarian (1982), Blood Tide (1982), Terrorgram (1990), Grim Prairie Tales (1990), Terrorgram (1990), and Twilight Zone: Rod Serlings Lost Classics (1994) 🎂 pic.twitter.com/aA9wkxz6y7
– Horror31 🎃 (@ Horror31) January 17, 2021
Congratulations to the man with the most iconic voice in film history! James Earl Jones turns 90 today – https://t.co/5DDxyRjaMipic.twitter.com/3jKbNwn22U
– Cardsharks Memorabilia (@EdmMemorabilia) January 17, 2021
Congratulations to the legendary James Earl Jones, who turns 90 today! Darth Vader would not be so imposing and impressive without your voice. #JamesEarlJones#HappyBirthdayJamesEarlJones#War of stars#Lion Kingpic.twitter.com/MJt1L4Hsf3
– Geek Girl Authority (@GeekGirlAuth) January 17, 2021
Topics: Star Wars, Coming to America 2