‘Star Wars’ and ‘Judge Dredd’ Actor Angus MacInnes Dies at 77
MacInnes’ family wrote that “fans of Star Wars held a special place in his heart” in a statement honoring him.
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Angus MacInnes, who was a prolific character actor over a decades-long Hollywood career, died on Dec. 23, his family shared Monday. He was 77.
MacInnes, who was perhaps best known by fans for his roles in Star Wars: A New Hope and Rogue One, passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones last week, according to a statement posted by his family on Facebook.
“Angus MacInnes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and actor died on 23rd of December 2024. He left us peacefully, surrounded by his family and love,” the statement read. “Angus’ career spanned decades, with unforgettable roles in films such as Star Wars: A New Hope (as Gold Leader, Jon “Dutch” Vander), Witness, Judge Dredd, Captain Phillips, and many others. His work touched countless lives, and he took great pride in being part of these stories that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide.
“For Angus, the fans of Star Wars held a special place in his heart,” the statement continued. “He loved meeting you at conventions, hearing your stories, and sharing in your passion for the saga. He was continually humbled, delighted, and honored by the admiration and passion of the fans and convention community.
“Angus was more than an actor—he was a kind, thoughtful, and generous soul who brought warmth and humor into the lives of everyone who knew him,” the MacInnes family added. “He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and fellow actors but also by his fans around the world - his family thank you all.”
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MacInnes starred as Jon “Dutch” Vander, or the Gold Leader, in the first film in the series, Star Wars: A New Hope, and went on to reprise the role for prequel spinoff Rogue One. His credits also include Stanley Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut and Ronny Yu’s Formula 51.
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