‘Star Wars’ and ‘Gremlins’ Voice Actor Dies At 64

Mark Dodson, a voice actor who played roles in such hit films as Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, and Gremlins, has reportedly tragically passed away at the age of 64. He voiced the character Salacious Crumb in Return of the Jedi, and also voiced the Mogwais in the Gremlins films.

Dodson also worked on several video games during his illustrious career, including Star Trek Online, and Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.

The legendary voice actor reportedly passed away after suffering a heart attack in Evansville, Indiana. The star had traveled to Evansville to attend a convention for horror movie enthusiasts. A tragic end to a wonderful life.

His talent agency posted the following message about Dodson’s passing,

Mark’s career spanned more than four decades as a radio man, voice actor, producer and fan favorite of convention attendees across the world. Mark was best known for being the voice of some of movies most iconic characters in some of Hollywood’s most popular movies. Mark was a loved member of the Star Wars universe getting his start in 1983 in Return of the Jedi and joined the Horror community when he was the voice of many Gremlins in Gremlins 1984. Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials and advertisements adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched. 

Mark truly loved his fans and enjoyed meeting them at conventions around the world. Mark was honored to be inducted into dozens of the local chapters of the Star Wars 501st Legions over the past several decades. Mark leaves behind a wonderful family, close friends, and adoring fans around the world. The family asks for privacy during this difficult time.

Dodson undoubtedly entertained millions of people during his prolific career, and we thank him for all of his years of dedication.

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