Fan Casting Paul Robeson as Darth Vader in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943)

lukejamesbennett made this fan casting suggestion on March 16, 2025. What do you think? See below to cast your vote, or click here to see all fan casting suggestions for this role.

Paul Robeson as Darth Vader in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943)

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Paul Robeson (April 9, 1878 - January 23, 1976) was an American concert bass-baritone, athlete, actor and political activist. Born in Princeton, New Jersey he was educated at Rutgers College and C...
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Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943)

Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943)

After rescuing Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt, the Rebels attempt to destroy the second Death Star, while Luke struggles to help Darth Vader back from the dark side.
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Paul Robeson is known for his roles in King Solomon's Mines, Paul Robeson: Tribute to an Artist, and Body and Soul. He has been suggested by fans for 248 roles on myCast, including Mufasa in The Lion King (1960's). Similar actors include Orson Welles, George Sanders, and Boris Karloff. Paul Robeson was suggested to play Darth Vader in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943) by lukejamesbennett. Other actors sugggested to play this role include Dudley Digges. Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1943) has 18 roles, including Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and C-3PO.

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