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James Earl Jones: More Than Just a Magnificent Voice

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Magnificent. This term encapsulates the talents of an unparalleled American actor whose work spans both theater and cinema, a monumental presence known for voicing Darth Vader, commanding stages like Broadway with his portrayal of Troy Maxson in "F fences," and consistently delivering mesmerizing performances—from playing the Moor of Venice to portraying the boxer in "The Great White Hope" and the hermit-like wise man in "Field of Dreams." Has there ever been a performance by James Earl Jones that didn't provide proof that giants roam the Earth? His innate ability expressed itself satisfactorily through various decades so frequently that Jones, who passed away on Monday at the age of 93, , became a go-to source for assignments that registered as consummately authoritative. Disney needed a regal sound for Mufasa, the reigning monarch of Pride Rock, in the original animated “The Lion King”? Ted Turner required the voice of a basso deity to int...