David Prowse (born 1 July 1935 – died 28 November 2020) was an actor, bodybuilder, and former weightlifter from England.
He came to the attention after the news of his death came up. According to the references, he died on November 28, 2020, at a hospital in London, England, from a longtime illness.
Furthermore, as an author, he wrote three books as a part of the one main book named Straight from the Force’s Mouth: The Autobiography of David Prowse, and MBE David Prowse.
Wiki/Bio | |
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| Real Full Birth Name | David Prowse. |
| Profession | actor, bodybuilder, weightlifter. |
| Famous for | playing the role of Darth Vader. |
| Age (As of 2020) | 85 years old. |
| Birthday | 1 July 1935. |
| Date of death | November 28, 2020. |
| Reason of Death | Longtime Illness. |
| Place of death | at a hospital in London, England. |
| Birthplace | The USA. |
| Hometown | Chicago, USA. |
Career & Wealth | |
| Other Projects | Star Wars trilogy I Am Your Father The Horror of Frankenstein Vampire Circus Clockwork Orange The Time Monster Space: 1999, "The Beta Cloud" (1976) |
| Books | Force's Mouth: The Autobiography of David Prowse, MBE David Prowse. |
| Earning Sources | Movies. |
| Net worth (approx.) | $1 million to $5million US dollars as of 2020. |
| House In | England. |
Physical Statistics & More | |
| Shoe Size (US) | 9. |
| Height | Feet & Inches: 6' 6". Centimeters: 198 cm. Meters: 1.98 m. |
| Biceps Size | 14. |
| Body Measurements (Chest-waist-hips) | 40-28-36. |
| Eye Color | Dark brown. |
| Hair Color | Black. |
| Weight | Kilograms: 89 Kg. Pounds: 196 lbs. |
Family | |
| Parents | Father: -- Mother: -- |
| Siblings | Brother: Unknown. Sister: -- |
Personal Information | |
| Gender | Male. |
| Sexuality (Gay or Lesbian) | Straight. |
| Marital Status | Married. |
| Wife | Norma Prowse. |
| Children | Daughter: Rachel Prowse. Son: Steve Prowse, James Prowse. |
| Food Habits | Non-Vegan. |
| Smoke/Drinks? | No. |
| Religion | Christianity. |
| Ethnicity | White. |
| Nationality | British. |
Education | |
| Highest Qualification | graduate. |
| School | Not known. |
| Alma mater | Bristol Grammar School. |
Hobbies & Favorite Things | |
| Favorite Color | Blue. |
| Love to do | Bodybuilding, Traveling, Cooking, Listening to Music, etc. |
| Favorite Food | Mexican Food. |
Early Life, Parents & Siblings
Prowse was born as David Charles Prowse and brought up on the Southmead housing estate in Bristol, England. He was a Christian and holds British nationality.
Born in the year 1935, David was of 85 years old at the time of his passing. The handsome hunk uses to celebrates his birthday on the 1st of July making him a Gemini in the zodiac sign. During his graduation, he gaining a scholarship to Bristol Grammar School.
Career & Net Worth
David primarily commenced his work as a bouncer at a dance hall and as a helper at Henleaze Swimming Pool.
Since the year 1961, he started the heavyweight weightlifting championship. Moreover, he left Bristol in the year 1963 to work for a London weightlifting company.
At the year 1962’s British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Perth, Western Australia, he represented England in the weightlifting event. It happened a year before he got married.
Prowse was properly identified as the Green Cross Code Man, a superhero invented to promote a road safety campaign for children in 1975 in the United Kingdom.
As a result of his affiliation with the campaign, which ran between 1971 and 1990. Although, he received the MBE in the year 2000 and he said it was the best ever job he had.
David Prowse portrayed the role of Darth Vader
He rose to fame after playing the physical form of Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy.
Apart from this he also acted in movies like I Am Your Father, The Horror of Frankenstein, Vampire Circus, Clockwork Orange, The Time Monster, Space: 1999, The Beta Cloud (1976), etc. The exact Net worth of David Prowse is not yet disclosed but it is estimated around $1 million to $5 million US dollars as of 2020.
Body Appearance & More
Talking about the physical aspect of the great bodybuilder, he had a fit and toned physique with abs. David Prowse’s height was approximately around 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) and developed an interest in bodybuilding. Moreover, he weighed around 89 kg (196 lbs).
Furthermore, he was also known for his dashing looks and charming personality. The weightlifter had black hair, which suits his face cut. Moreover, he had a dashing personality, his laugh, style, and attitude expressions make him more generous with others.
Married Life, Spouse & Kids
David Prowse was married to his partner Norma Prowse for 57 years. The first time met each other at The Glen dance hall in Bristol, where he used to work as a bouncer.
The pair fell in love at the first connection and after dating for so long, decided to get wedded soon. After their marriage, they moved to Croydon, for David’s career purpose in bodybuilding.
The couple has three kids together named Steve Prowse, James Prowse, and Rachel Prowse. His wife always prefers to stay out of the spotlight, enjoying a largely private life in Croydon with her three children.
Some Lesser Known Facts About David Prowse
- From the year 1962 to the year 1964, he continuously won the British heavyweight weightlifting championship.
- Before playing the role of Vader, he verified himself as a striking figure in the UK as the first Green Cross Code man.
- It is a character used in road safety public information aimed at children.
David Prowse as Green Cross Code Man
- He announced his retirement from all public presentations and issues in October 2016. Afterward, he attached this situation with ill health and the wishes of his family.
- David’s last onscreen work was later announced and recorded with the Welsh artist. Moreover, his close buddy Jayce Lewis in a sci-fi music video titled Shields.
- He was a renowned follower of the Bristol Rugby Club. Since the year 1963, the bodybuilder lived-in Addiscombe, Croydon, in south London.
David Prowse was granted an MBE Award.
- The muscular hunk also played a major speaking role in “Portrait of Brenda”. It is the penultimate chapter of The Saint broadcast in the year 1969.
- According to the news, there were talks that robbers burst into Prowse’s house and took the lightsaber, which he used in the Star Wars series, and several of his other resources in the year 1999.
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