Peter Mayhew Quotes

A collection of quotes by Peter Mayhew.

Peter Mayhew was a British-American actor, born on May 19, 1944, in Barnes, London, England. He is best known for his iconic role as the towering Wookiee warrior, Chewbacca, in the Star Wars film series. With his towering height of 7 feet 3 inches, Mayhew's physical presence and distinctive vocalizations brought the beloved character to life.

Before his acting career, Mayhew worked as an orderly at King’s College Hospital in London. It was during this time that he was discovered by film producer Charles H. Schneer, who cast him in his first film, Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger (1977). Mayhew's life took a tremendous turn when he was later introduced to George Lucas, the creator of Star Wars. This encounter led to his most memorable role as Chewbacca. He portrayed the loyal companion of Han Solo in the original trilogy, starting from the first film, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977), to the final installment, Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi (1983). He reprised his role as Chewbacca in subsequent Star Wars films, such as Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005) and Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015).

Beyond his role in the Star Wars universe, Mayhew made numerous appearances at conventions and charity events, endearing himself to fans around the world with his warm personality and unwavering dedication. Peter Mayhew passed away on April 30, 2019, leaving behind a lasting legacy as the beloved Chewbacca and a cherished figure in the world of science fiction.