RIP Drewe Henley (Red Leader)

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Drewe Henley Who Played Red Leader In Star Wars Has Died At The Age Of 75
Drewe Henley

Sad news today as we learn that Drewe Henley who played Red Leader Garven Dreis in Star Wars has passed away at the age of 75.

Henley's performance in Star Wars was not dubbed in post-production, one of the few actors who didn't need dubbing. Henley interpreted his character as an experienced battle veteran and so opted to play him without any excitement in his voice. In the 1997 special editions of Star Wars an extra scene was included with Henley's character talking to Luke Skywalker.

Henley had been acting since 1964 including roles in Space 1999 and The Doctors but Star Wars was his final performance in 1977. He retired due to depression.

Our thoughts are with his family and friends in these difficult times.


MTFBWY, Drewe

 

May Perpetual light shine upon him

and May He Rest In Peace.

Amen

 

Sorry to hear about Red Leader's death, Henley's performance is among those that adds so much color to the SW universe and elevates it to legendary status.

I was unaware of his decision to play the role so calmly, such a great approach. I'm sure we can all hear his calm delivery in the heat of battle!

May the Force Be With You, Drewe!

 

RIP

 

Clear skies Red Leader. RIP.

 

Red Leader goes on a final journey straight to the Heavens on a one-way trip...

May he rest in peace.


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"It's away!"

One of the cooler things from the Special Edition was adding Red Leader sans helmet to the movie so now I know what he looks like.

Still wish Red Leader had sunk that shot, props for Henley for selling how dejected he is with "Negative, it didn't go in."