Many people have been deeply affected by the death of James Earl Jones. At 93 years old, James Earl Jones left an indelible mark on the world of acting, notably through his famous voice work as Darth Vader and many other roles.
James Earl Jones was not just the iconic voice behind many characters, but he was also an extraordinary actor in his own right. His versatility shone through in films like Field of Dreams, a movie that Kevin Costner remembers fondly.
Kevin Costner, who shared the screen with James Earl Jones in Field of Dreams, had nothing but heartfelt words for his dear friend. He expressed his emotions in a touching tribute on Instagram.
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He posted a collection of photos from the movie and moments he cherished with James Earl Jones. His caption was heartfelt and moving.
“Just hearing the news of James Earl Jones’s passing,” he began. “That booming voice. That quiet strength. The kindness that he radiated. So much can be said about his legacy, so I’ll just say how thankful I am that part of it includes Field of Dreams.”
“If you’ve seen it, you know that this movie wouldn’t be the same with anyone else in his role. Only he could bring that kind of magic to a movie about baseball and a cornfield in Iowa,” Kevin continued. “I’m grateful to have been a witness to him making that magic happen.”
“Rest in peace, friend.”
We couldn’t have said it better ourselves.
