Alfie Curtis, who played Dr Evazan in Star Wars: A New Hope, has died aged 87
Alfie Curtis, who played Dr Evazan in Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope , has died aged 87.
The London-born actor was also known for his roles in 1980 film The Elephant Man and the Eighties TV series Cribb.
Mark Hamill, who has played Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars films, tweeted a tribute to the actor this morning.
Hamill, 66, said: ‘Alfie Curtis made the Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina scene – one of the most memorable I’ve ever been a part of – even more memorable.
‘As horrific as he was on-camera, off-camera he was funny, kind and a real gentleman. Thanks Alf – you’ll be missed.’
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Alfie Curtis (left), who played Dr Evazan (right) in Star Wars: A New Hope, has died aged 87
Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the films, tweeted a tribute to the actor today