In the world of screen and stage, few voices, if any, are more iconic than that of the legendary James Earl Jones, whose deep, commanding voice rings familiar for generations of audiences.

Jones, who passed away Monday at 93 years old, lent his voice to some of the most iconic characters in cinema history, from the sage wisdom of Mufasa in “The Lion King” to the menacing villainy of Darth Vader in “Star Wars.”

His long list of achievements include being one of the few people to achieve EGOT status by winning two Emmys, a Grammy, an Oscar and three Tony awards.

Though Jones’ passing marks the end of an illustrious, more than 60-year career, he leaves behind a legacy sure to live on through the roles he embodied on stage and screen.

In his most iconic role, Jones supplied the voice of one of the most intimidating villains in cinema history: Darth Vader. For nearly half a century, Jones vocalized the ruthless villainy of the Sith Lord, his low register becoming as synonymous with the Vader brand as his trademark breathing.

In 1989, Jones’ portrayal of Terence Mann moved farmer Ray Kinsella – and audiences watching the “Field of Dreams” – with his dreamy prediction that “people will come” to watch a baseball game in a corn field in Dyersville, Iowa.

Five years later, Jones stepped into his role of Mufasa in “The Lion King,” an iconic father much different than Vader. Although only in the beginning of the film, his insight and caring nature led to one of the saddest deaths in Disney history. He also reprised this role for the live-action release of the film in 2019.

Other notable works by Jones include “Dr. Strangelove,” his film debut, “Conan the Barbarian” and “Coming to America,” as well as his portrayal of Admiral James Greer in the first three films of the Jack Ryan saga – “The Hunt for Red October,” “Patriot Games” and “Clear and Present Danger.”

While Jones’ list of acting credits runs deep, his legacy runs deeper. 

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