Star Wars Actor Kenny Baker Dies at 81
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Kenny Baker has died at the age of 81, Entertainment Weekly reports. The Star Wars actor, who famously played R2-D2, suffered from a long-term illness and passed away on Saturday. Kenny starred in all six original Star Wars films, but was in a wheelchair by the time Star Wars: The Force Awakens was released. Our thoughts are with Kenny and his family.