RIP

Prowse was the first man to play Darth Vader in ‘Star Wars.’

Spears and partner Joe Ruby created the iconic cartoon series.

Connery was the first actor to play the role in the long-running film series.

Cobb also designed the ship in ‘Alien.’

RIP Emma Peel.

He was the star of ‘Coccoon,’ ‘The Thing,’ and a million Quaker Oats ads.

Preston has been battling breast cancer for two years.

Schumacher also made several very successful John Grisham adaptations.

The versatile British actor was nominated for an Oscar for ‘Chariots of Fire.’

Thomas, a world champion in gymnastics, starred in the beloved cult film ‘Gymkata.’