'Star Wars' actor Kenneth Colley dies at 87 after COVID infection, agent says

'Star Wars' actor dies at 87

Kenneth Colley, the English actor known for his portrayal of Admiral Piett in the "Star Wars" franchise, has died at the age of 87, according to several reports. Colley died at home in Ashford, Kent after battling COVID-19 and pneumonia, his representative, Julian Owen, told the BBC in a statement. He was initially admitted to the hospital after hurting his arm in a fall, and then quickly caught the virus, according to the statement. Owens prais…

Kenneth Colley, Admiral Piett in a Pair of ‘Star Wars’ Films, Dies at 87

Kenneth Colley, the British actor who appeared in seven films for Ken Russell and portrayed Admiral Piett in two Star Wars movies, has died at 87.

'Star Wars' Actor Kenneth Colley Dies At 87

The British actor is best known for starring as Admiral Piett in the original "Star Wars" series and Jesus in "Monty Python’s Life of Brian."

‘Star Wars’ actor Kenneth Colley dead at 87

Actor Kenneth Colley, who appeared in two “Star Wars” films as an imperial officer in charge of Darth Vader’s flagship, died June 30. He was 87.

Iconic Star Wars actor dead at 87 after Covid battle

Veteran actor Kenneth Colley has died after contracting Covid in hospital following a fall, his agent confirmed.

Iconic Star Wars actor dead after contracting COVID

One of the Star Wars franchise’s most iconic actors has died after developing pneumonia due to complications from a bout of COVID.