Over the course of an acting career that spanned more than six decades, Jones’ voice became an indelible piece of his work as a performer.

James Earl Jones, who died at 93 on Monday, said he earned just $7,000 to voice Darth Vader for the first 'Star Wars' movie. The character went on to become one of the most famous villains in Hollywood history.

James Earl Jones will forever be linked to the role of Darth Vader, but he was not credited and only made $7,000 at first.

James Earl Jones, the legendary voice behind Darth Vader on Star Wars, has died at age 93. RadarOnline.com can confirm the beloved American EGOT-winner passed away at his home in Dutchess County, New York.

James Earl Jones, that mellifluous master actor and iconic voice of "Star Wars"' Darth Vader and "The Lion King's" Mufasa has passed away at the age of 93 in Dutchess County, New York, on Monday, Sept. 9. Per Deadline, this was confirmed by his agent at Independent Artists Group.

James Earl Jones said "Star Wars" director George Lucas was looking for a "dark voice" when he cast him as Darth Vader.

With James Earl Jones's death, many wonder about Darth Vader's future in Star Wars. Between recreating his voice with AI or bringing in new actors who have voiced Vader before, a debate is brewing with no simple answer.