Actor Jeremy Bulloch, the first to play Star Wars bounty hunter Boba Fett, died Thursday at age 75, his official website reported. Bulloch played Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, and though his character didn't have much screen time, he quickly became a fan favorite. "Jeremy died peacefully on 17th December 2020 following health complications, including several years living with Parkinson's disease," the site reported. "He spent his final weeks in the wonderful care of staff at St George's Hospital in Tooting, close to the house where he and his wife Maureen had lived together for more than fifty years. Maureen and two of his sons, Jamie and Robbie, were with him during his final days." An animated version of Boba Fett first appeared in 1978's infamous Star Wars Holiday Special, and the character now appears on the Disney Plus series The Mandalorian, though Bulloch wasn't involved in those productions. A representative for Bulloch confirmed the news, writing in an email, "Jeremy has been a client of ours since 1980. It's a very sad time." A family connection helped Bulloch land the role that would change his life. His half-brother, Robert Watts, was working as an executive producer on The Empire Strikes Back in 1979 when he had to find someone to fit in the Fett costume. "He called his half-brother and told him that if the costume fit him, he had the role," StarWars.com reports. "When Jeremy Bulloch arrived and put on the costume, it fit him like a glove. George Lucas saw Bulloch as Boba and said, 'You look fantastic,' and thus, an iconic character of the saga was born." In 2018, Bulloch wrote a thank you note to fans on his website, telling them he'd decided to stop attending Star Wars conventions. "In 1979 I was called onto the set of Empire Strikes Back to play Boba Fett, and since that day it has changed the entire direction of my life in such a wonderful way," Bulloch wrote. "It has been a privilege to have had the opportunity to inspire so many generations of Star Wars fans. I have had over 20 years of traveling with my wife Maureen to some amazing countries and have met so many wonderful fans. Thank you all so much and we will miss you all. 'May the Force be with you always.'" Boba Fett wasn't Bulloch's only role. He appeared in several James Bond movies and numerous TV shows, including Doctor Who, as well as acting in theater productions. "Away from the screen, Jeremy was a talented footballer and cricketer," his site noted. "He also supported a number of charities including Great Ormond Street Hospital who saved his granddaughter's life. He was devoted to his wife, three sons and ten grandchildren, who all love him dearly and will miss him terribly." Fans and friends remembered Bulloch on social media. Actor Daniel Logan, who played Boba Fett in 2002's Star Wars: Episode II -- Attack of the Clones, and voiced the character in the animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, posted a tribute to Bulloch on Instagram. "It brings me to tears to announce Jeremy Bulloch has (passed) away," he wrote. "RIP legend. I'll never forget all you've taught me. I'll love you forever. Conventions won't be the same without you. May the Force be with you always." "RIP, Jeremy Bulloch. The original Fett," wrote one Twitter user. "His swagger and gunslinger stance made an otherwise small part special. Years ago, I exhibited at SDCC and they stuck me next to Jeremy's booth. It is a treasured memory having traded 'good morning' with my fav SW character every morning." Another Star Wars actor, David Prowse, who played Darth Vader, died in November. Like Bulloch, Prowse played the role but didn't provide his character's voice.
Jeremy Bulloch, the actor best known for portraying intergalactic bounty hunter Boba Fett in the first “Star Wars” trilogy. According to Bulloch’s website and confirmed by his reps, the actor died following health complications, including several years living with Parkinson’s disease. He was 75. Bulloch played Boba Fett in 1980’s “The Empire Strikes Back” and 1983’s “Return of the Jedi.” Bulloch was born in Leicestershire in 1945, and started his acting career in 1958 with commercials before making the leap to film and Television. He got his first big break at 17 and starred in the classic “Summer Holiday” alongside Sir Cliff Richard. Also Read: How Did Boba Fett Survive the Sarlacc Pit? Even 'The Mandalorian' Star Temuera Morrison Doesn't Know Bulloch became a household name in his native England when he went on to star in a BBC soap opera “The Newcomers” which ran for three years. During the 1970s, Bulloch portrayed the character “Smithers” (Q’s assistant) in the “James Bond” movies. In 1978, while starring in the television comedy series “Agony,” Bulloch received the call that would change his career when he was asked to portray Boba Fett in “The Empire Strikes Back.” Bulloch only did the physical acting in “Empire.” Fett was originally voiced by Jason Wingreen. Bulloch would reprise the role in “Return of the Jedi” where Fett met his fate in the Sarlacc pit but somehow survived which is still unexplained to this day. Temuera Morrison currently portrays Boba Fett on “The Mandalorian,” which concludes its second season on Friday. Bulloch became a fixture on the “Star Wars” convention circuit over the years and would reply to all the fan mail sent to him. Bulloch retired from attending “Star Wars” conventions in 2018. Bulloch’s other credits include TV series “The Newcomers,” “Doctor Who,” and “Robin of Sherwood.” In a statement to TheWrap, Bulloch’s reps wrote, “He had a long and happy career spanning more than 45 years. He was devoted to his wife, three sons, and ten grandchildren and they will miss him terribly. We ask that their privacy be respected at this very difficult time.” Fantha Tracks first reported the news of Bulloch’s passing.
Jeremy Bulloch, the British actor who played the role of bounty hunter Boba Fett in the original Star Wars trilogy, died Thursday at the age of 75. Bulloch’s family wrote on the actor’s website, “Jeremy died peacefully on 17th December 2020 following health complications, including several years living with Parkinson’s disease. He spent his final weeks in the wonderful care of staff at St George’s Hospital in Tooting, close to the house where he and his wife Maureen had lived together for more than fifty years. Maureen and two of his sons, Jamie and Robbie, were with him during his final days.” “Jeremy Bulloch, whose unforgettable performance as notorious bounty hunter Boba Fett has captivated audiences since he first appeared in 1980’s Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, has sadly passed away,” Star Wars tweeted Thursday. “He will be remembered not only for his iconic portrayal of the legendary character, but also for his warmth and generous spirit which have become an enduring part of his rich legacy.” “Jeremy Bulloch was the quintessential English gentleman,” Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars saga, tweeted Thursday. “A fine actor, delightful company & so kind to everyone lucky enough to meet or work with him. I will deeply miss him & am so grateful to have known him.”
Bulloch portrayed Boba Fett in The Empire Strikes Back — the character’s big-screen debut, following its animated premiere in 1978’s Star Wars Holiday Special — as well as The Return of the Jedi. Bulloch played the helmeted Mandalorian in appearance only; the character’s few lines of dialogue was first recorded by Jason Wingreen (who died in 2016) and then, on the rereleased version of the original trilogy, actor Temuera Morrison, who now plays Boba Fett on The Mandalorian. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Bulloch fell into the fan-favorite role: His half-brother was Star Wars producer Robert Watts, who was tasked with finding someone to fit the pre-made suit. Bulloch said in a 2015 AMA interview, “I remember George Lucas saying, ‘Welcome aboard. It’s not a big role, but I think you’ll have some fun.’” Not unlike Darth Vader actor David Prowse — who died November 29th at the age of 85 — Bulloch provided Boba Fett with his distinct physicality, with the actor admitting he patterned his movements after Clint Eastwood’s spaghetti Western gunslingers; decades later, The Mandalorian would itself draw inspiration from the Western genre. In the ensuing decades, Bulloch became a mainstay at Star Wars fan conventions until retiring from the circuit in 2018. “In 1979 I was called onto the set of Empire Strikes Back to play Boba Fett, and since that day it has changed the entire direction of my life in such a wonderful way,” Bulloch wrote at the time. “It has been a privilege to have had the opportunity to inspire so many generations of Star Wars fans.” In addition to donning Boba Fett’s “beskar” armor, Bulloch also had roles in the Eighties-era James Bond films For Your Eyes Only and Octopussy, Doctor Who and, in an unmasked role, Captain Colton in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith; during the making of the prior film — 2002’s Star Wars: Attack of the Clones — he befriended actor Daniel Logan, who played the young Boba Fett in the prequel. “It brings me to tears to announce Jeremy Bulloch has [passed] away,” Logan wrote on Instagram. “RIP Legend. I’ll never forget all you’ve taught me. I’ll love you forever. Conventions won’t be the same without you. May the force be with you always.” Bulloch added of Boba Fett’s appeal in the 2015 interview, “I think the main reason is there’s something about the costume. I remember the very first day I put the costume on and looked in the mirror [and said], ‘Yes that looks good!’ There’s just something about it you don’t know what’s going to happen. He has all these gadgets, he has jetpacks, and knee pads. It’s not just me, it’s the character Boba Fett. There’s something serious about him.”
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