Yesterday we learned of the tragic passing of Peter Mayhew, the legendary actor behind Chewbacca. This led to an outpouring of love for the Mayhew from fans all over the world. In addition we also heard from a countless number of people who knew and worked with Peter who expressed their admiration for the late actor. Below we have collected many of these touching tributes from various members of the Star Wars fan community.
He was the gentlest of giants-A big man with an even bigger heart who never failed to make me smile & a loyal friend who I loved dearly-I'm grateful for the memories we shared & I'm a better man for just having known him. Thanks Pete #RIPPeterMayhew #Heartbroken @TheWookieeRoars pic.twitter.com/8xbq9HEWF2— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) May 2, 2019
George Lucas on the passing of Peter Mayhew. @abc pic.twitter.com/P05qaVks5o— Clayton Sandell (@Clayton_Sandell) May 3, 2019
"We are deeply saddened today by the news of Peter Mayhew’s passing. Since 1976, Peter’s iconic portrayal of the loyal, lovable Chewbacca has been absolutely integral to the character’s success, and to the Star Wars saga itself."-Kathleen Kennedy.— Star Wars (@starwars) May 3, 2019
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Harrison Ford statement on the passing of Peter Mayhew. pic.twitter.com/heDmZR61VZ— Clayton Sandell (@Clayton_Sandell) May 3, 2019
R.I.P 😔 pic.twitter.com/FWRgaOS0Tf— Joonas Suotamo (@JoonasSuotamo) May 2, 2019
Much more than Chewie to me...My heart hurts…I will miss you my dear friend…thanks for the great memories! #RIPPeterMayhew #StarWars pic.twitter.com/0DfCo59zpG— Billy Dee Williams (@realbdw) May 3, 2019
R.I.P my friend #PeterMayhew I’m glad I got to see you in Chicago and give you a big hug one last time. Love to the Mayhew family and all who’ve been touched by him. #starwars #starwarsfam #chewie— Ahmed BEst (@ahmedbest) May 2, 2019
Just heard about @TheWookieeRoars. Heartbreaking. So grateful to have spent some time with him, however brief. Thank you, Peter, for being such a huge part of my formative nerdyears. Fly well, sir. May the force be with you.— Steve Blum (@blumspew) May 3, 2019
You will always represent the best friend I have been drawn to all my life. Thank you Peter Mayhew for breathing life and sensitivity into #chewbacca #rip #becurious @starwars https://t.co/GpzMUWReBp pic.twitter.com/muKRkasvf0— Dominic Monaghan. (@DomsWildThings) May 3, 2019
The @WaltDisneyCo mourns the loss of our beloved #chewbacca portrayer, #PeterMayhew. Peter was larger than life in so many ways...a gentle giant playing a gentle giant. Rest in peace.— Robert Iger (@RobertIger) May 2, 2019
Peter Mayhew created one of the greatest film characters of all time. Chewbacca was funny, courageous, and caring. He did it all without the benefit of speech, just that vocal growly cry that 1 in 100 fans can do real well when they're drunk. He was always really nice to me.#RIP— alan tudyk (@AlanTudyk) May 3, 2019
— JJ Abrams (@jjabrams) May 3, 2019
#Mayhew did an extraordinary thing, conveyed empathy, humor and an incomparable soulfulness, all from inside that furry suit. My dad often said, “Chewie is the moral center of Star Wars.” It’s something Peter created & @JoonasSuotamo has faithfully continued and expanded.— Jon Kasdan (@JonKasdan) May 2, 2019
Just heard about Peter Mayhew. Wonderful man. One of my favorite memories was him generously explaining to our Clone Wars animation team what’s at the heart of Chewie, to inspire the artists so that Peter’s spirit still inhabited his animated form. He will be missed.— Pablo Hidalgo saw JAWS (@pablohidalgo) May 2, 2019
RIP Peter Mayhew. To create a beloved character with warmth and humor is a testament to any actor’s spirit. To do it under a half ton of yak hair takes a true legend. ❤️❤️— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) May 3, 2019
The night before The Force Awakens panel at Star Wars Celebration 2015, I was at a dinner with the cast and sat next to Peter Mayhew.— Anthony Breznican (@Breznican) May 2, 2019
He was a lovely man who told wonderful stories about his giant friendship with tiny Kenny Baker.
Chewbacca’s warmth did not come from the fur. https://t.co/hl76zHPgNs
My dear friend and gentle giant. I am so sad to hear this. I was blessed to spend so many years working with Peter and get to know and love he and his beautiful family. My prayers and love to you all. The Force is very strong with this one. https://t.co/oQnuyqIS3n— James Arnold Taylor (@JATactor) May 3, 2019
I’m honored to have known Peter Mayhew. I know our whole @starwars family is mourning, but I’m sure I speak for us all in saying THANK YOU... for everything. #Maytheforcebewithyou @TheWookieeRoars— Matt Lanter (@MattLanter) May 3, 2019
Peter Mayhew brought so much more than just height to playing Chewie -- he gave the character grace, humor and heart. He wasn't a sidekick, or at least he wasn't to me: "Han and Chewie" felt complete and right in a way that either name alone never could.— Jason Fry (@jasoncfry) May 2, 2019
Had the honor of meeting Peter Mayhew while up at Big Rock working on #CloneWars He was so giving of his time and knowledge so we could really make #Chewbacca come alive in Padawan Lost and Wookiee Hunt. Rest In Peace.— Keith Kellogg (@Keith_Kellogg) May 3, 2019
My heart breaks hearing #PeterMayhew has passed. What a kind soul. So fortunate to have met and witnessed his love & affection for #StarWars fans everywhere. RIP pic.twitter.com/ydIG0tYPop— Greg Grunberg (@greggrunberg) May 2, 2019
Star Wars wouldn’t have been the same without Peter Mayhew as the loyal and lovable Chewbacca, and he will always be a favourite for generations of kids & kids at heart. Rest easy, Peter. pic.twitter.com/psEok9fzcq— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) May 3, 2019
— Pegg News (@simonpegg) May 2, 2019
So sorry to hear about the loss of Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca. We were together at MANY conventions and often had dinner with the 501st. What a sweet, warm guy. We all owe him a life debt. pic.twitter.com/fCGzCd3cGt— Kevin J Anderson (@TheKJA) May 2, 2019
💔I am so sorry to hear about Peter. We had so many fun and memorable tweets back and forth over the years plus seeing each other at a convention here and there. My deepest condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed! 😢 https://t.co/R3lAEvkQJc— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) May 2, 2019
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