Angus MacInnes, the actor famous for playing Gold Leader Jon “Dutch” Vander in Star Wars: A New Hope, passed away at 77. His family confirmed his death on December 23 through a statement on his official Facebook account but did not disclose the cause of death.
“To all Angus’ fans around the world, with breaking hearts, we write this: Angus MacInnes, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend and actor died on 23rd of December 2024,” the family shared.
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MacInnes had a remarkable career with roles in Witness, Judge Dredd, Hellboy and Captain Phillips.
The Star Wars community held a special place in MacInnes’ life. “For Angus, the fans of Star Wars held a special place in his heart. He loved meeting you at conventions, hearing your stories, and sharing your passion for the saga. He was continually humbled, delighted and honoured by the admiration and passion of the fans and convention community,” his family added.
Born on October 27, 1947, in Ontario, Canada, MacInnes leaves behind a legacy cherished by fans and colleagues. “Angus was more than an actor—he was a kind, thoughtful and generous soul who brought warmth and humour into the lives of everyone who knew him. 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,” the statement concluded. Fans around the world expressed their love and admiration for MacInnes in heartfelt tributes.
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