James Earl Jones has died. He was 93. The acclaimed actor overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader

His agent, Barry McPherson, confirmed Jones died Monday morning at home in New York’s Hudson Valley region. The cause was not immediately clear.

James Earl Jones overcame racial prejudice and a stutter to become a celebrated icon — lending his deep, commanding voice to The Lion King{ai:summary}<p>James Earl Jones, the acclaimed actor known for his iconic voice roles in "The Lion King" and as Darth Vader, has died at the age of 93. He overcame racial prejudice and a stutter to achieve fame on stage and screen. </p><p>His passing was confirmed by his agent on Monday morning at his home in New York. The cause of death has not been disclosed. #culture</p>

James Earl Jones dead at 93: Acclaimed actor was voice of Darth Vader

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