Kenny Baker
Birth Name:
Kenneth George Baker
Birth Place:
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Got his start in showbusiness by work in a theatrical troupe of dwarves
- Is best known for his portrayal of the character R2-D2 in the "Star Wars" franchise
- Once played harmonica in James Coutts' Scottish Dance Band
- Was originally offered the role of Wicket in "Return of the Jedi," but had to drop out of the role due to illness