A character in the Star Wars series. He is a Wookiee from the planet Kashyyyk, and is the loyal friend and first mate of Han Solo. He was portrayed in the films by the 7' 3" tall actor Peter Mayhew.
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Stuart Freeborn 1914 - 2013 The acclaimed motion picture make-up artist, ofte...
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