Did you know James Earl Jones earned THIS much being the voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars?

James Earl Jones, who passed away on September 9, 2024, at 93, is renowned for his role as Darth Vader. Despite his iconic portrayal, he was paid just $7,000 for Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. His contributions were credited in Return of the Jedi (1983). Jones also voiced Mufasa in The Lion King and earned EGOT status with multiple awards.