Kenny Baker
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- September 30, 1912 in Monrovia, California, USA
- Died
- August 10, 1985
- Active Years
- 1933–1947 (15 Years)
- Total Credits
- 17 credits in database
Biography
Kenneth George Baker, also known as Kenny Baker, was a British actor, comedian, and musician born on August 24, 1934, in Birmingham, England. He is best known for portraying the character R2-D2 in the Star Wars film franchise and series. In addition to his work in Star Wars, he appeared in films such as The Elephant Man, Time Bandits, Willow, Flash Gordon, Amadeus, Labyrinth, and Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. He was married to Eileen Baker. He passed away on August 13, 2016, in Preston, Lancashire, England.
Career overview
Kenneth George Baker, also known as Kenny Baker, was a British actor, comedian, and musician born on August 24, 1934, in Birmingham, England. He is best known for portraying the character R2-D2 in the Star Wars franchise, a role he played across multiple films in the series including Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. In addition to his work in the Star Wars movie series, Baker appeared in several other notable feature films throughout his career. His film credits include The Elephant Man, Time Bandits, Willow, Flash Gordon, Amadeus, and Labyrinth.
Alongside his acting career, Baker was married to Eileen Baker. He passed away on August 13, 2016, in Preston, Lancashire, England. A separate American performer named Kenneth Laurence Baker, who was born on September 30, 1912, and died on August 10, 1985, worked as an American singer and actor and gained notice as the featured singer on radio's The Jack Benny Program during the 1930s.
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Full Filmography
17 titles- Calendar Girl (1947) as Byron Jones
- The Harvey Girls (1946) as Terry O'Halloran
- Stage Door Canteen (1943) as Kenny Baker
- Silver Skates (1943) as Danny Donovan
- Doughboys in Ireland (1943) as Danny O'Keefe
- Hit Parade of 1941 (1940) as David Farraday
- At the Circus (1939) as Jeff Wilson
- The Mikado (1939) as Nanki-Poo
- The Goldwyn Follies (1938) as Danny Beecher
- Radio City Revels (1938) as Kenny
- The King and the Chorus Girl (1937) as Folies Bergère Soloist
- Mr. Dodd Takes the Air (1937) as Claude Dodd
- Turn Off the Moon (1937) as Himself
- 52nd Street (1937) as 'Benny' Zamarelli
- King of Burlesque (1936) as Arthur
- The Goddess of Spring (1934) as Singing Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
- The Night Before Christmas (1933) as Singing Narrator (voice)
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What movies or TV shows is Kenny Baker best known for?
Kenny Baker is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Goldwyn Follies (1938).
When and where was Kenny Baker born?
Kenny Baker was born on September 30, 1912 in Monrovia, California, USA. They passed away on August 10, 1985.
How many credits does Kenny Baker have?
Kenny Baker has accumulated over 17 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1933 to 1947.
What is Kenny Baker's background in cinema and television?
Kenneth George Baker, also known as Kenny Baker, was a British actor, comedian, and musician born on August 24, 1934, in Birmingham, England. He is best known for portraying the character R2-D2 in the Star Wars film franchise and series. In addition to his work in Star Wars, he appeared in films such as The Elephant Ma...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Goldwyn Follies (1938) as Danny Beecher — aged about 25
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