Jack Purvis
Known for department: Acting
Birthday: 1937-07-13 – 1997-11-21
Place of birth: London, England, UK
Biography
Jack Purvis (July 13, 1937 - November 21, 1997) was a British film actor. Purvis was a dwarf, and thus was mainly cast in roles requiring actors of short stature. Purvis appeared as a different alien creature in each of the three films of the original Star Wars trilogy, and also appeared in three of director Terry Gilliam's early fantasy films: Time Bandits, Brazil, and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Several years before his death, Purvis became quadriplegic after breaking his neck in a car accident. He died in November 1997 at the age of 60.
Known for
Star Wars
1977Chief Jawa
The Empire Strikes Back
1980Chief Ugnaught
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian & The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
1989Dufflepuds
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Silver Chair
1990Golg
Time Bandits
1981Wally
Return of the Jedi
1983Teebo
Mona Lisa
1986Busker
Brazil
1985Dr. Chapman
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
1988Jeremy / Gustavus
Classic Creatures: Return of the Jedi
1983Self
Willow
1988Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
Labyrinth
1986Goblin Corps
The Dark Crystal
1982Additional Performer
Wombling Free
1977Great Uncle Bulgaria