Star Wars Actor Peter Mayhew AKA Chewbacca Dies At 74

Peter Mayhew has died at the age of 74 of a heart attack in his North Texas home he is survived by his wife and three children.

Mayhew portrayed the iconic character of Chewbacca in the original Star Wars trilogy and later on in episode three in the prequel series, his last appearance as was in the new the first episode of the new trilogy Star Wars The Force Awakens and served as a consultant in The Last Jedi.

Tributes from his co-stars and fans poured in honoring his legacy

A Memorial service will be held on the 29 of June for family and friends.