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Peter Mayhew

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Actor

Peter Mayhew

British-American actor

Peter Mayhew was born on May 19, 1944 and died on April 30, 2019, aged 74.

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Born
May 19, 1944, Barnes
Died
April 30, 2019
Zodiac sign
Taurus
Country
United Kingdom, United States
Known as
Actor

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  • Peter Mayhew was born on a Friday.
  • Peter Mayhew would have turned 82 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: November 19. Birthstone: Emerald.
  • Peter Mayhew belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Peter Mayhew born?

Peter Mayhew was born on May 19, 1944 and died on April 30, 2019, aged 74.

What is Peter Mayhew’s zodiac sign?

Taurus, born May 19.

Does Peter Mayhew have an official website?

Yes: chewbacca.com.