• Peter William Mayhew (19 May 1944 – 30 April 2019) was a British actor. He was best known for portraying Chewbacca in the Star Wars film series.
  • Peter Mayhew was born on May 19, 1944 in Barnes, London, England, to Constance Elizabeth (Yeates) and Walter Henry Mayhew.
  • Peter Mayhew’s biography tells the remarkable story of a British-American actor best known for his iconic role as Chewbacca in the Star Wars film series.
  • "George walked into the room, Peter stood up to shake his hand like a proper Englishmen and the rest is history," Mayhew's site relates.
  • "The family of Peter Mayhew, with deep love and sadness, regrets to share the news that Peter has passed away," they wrote.
  • Gentle giant Peter Mayhew turned his role as Chewbacca in "Star Wars" (1977) into a full-time job of delighting sci-fi fans.
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  • Peter Mayhew - The Wookiee Roars. 122,830 likes · 9 talking about this. Official fan page of Peter Mayhew, the man who brought Chewbacca to life!
  • In this article, we will delve into 36 fascinating facts about Peter Mayhew, exploring his life, career, and contributions to the entertainment industry.
  • Peter Mayhew in disguise with Harrison Ford in “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” ... Peter William Mayhew was born in London on May 19, 1944.