Mark Dodson, the voice of Salacious B. Crumb in Star Wars: Episode 6 – Return of the Jedi, and the Mogwai of Gremlins, has died aged 64.
As reported by TMZ, Dodson died of a heart attack while asleep in a hotel room in Evansville, Indiana, where the actor was attending a horror convention. “We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of Mark Dodson last night,” a tribute on Evansville Horror Con’s Facebook read.
“Mark was not only a talented voice actor but also a cherished member of the horror community. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and fans during this incredibly difficult time. We hope that you can take a moment out of your day to reflect on the joy and laughter that Mark brought into the world. His legacy will live on through his work.”
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we learn of the passing of Mark Dodson. Mark was genuine and funny and the characters he brought to life will always be as iconic as he was kind. Thank you for everything Mark, you are missed. pic.twitter.com/uTLiyUlXJm
— Peter Mayhew Foundation (@TheWookieeRoars) March 3, 2024
Alongside the voice of Crumb — the Kowakian monkey-lizard who sat in Jabba the Hutt’s palace and laugh maniacally at the misfortune at others — Dodson also appeared in various video games such as Killing Floor 2, Bendy and the Dark Revival, and the Ghostrunner series.
His daughter Ciara Dodson told TMZ he suffered a “massive heart attack” but “never ceased making me proud”.
Dodson’s characters certainly had an impact, evidenced by The Mandalorian co-creator Jon Favreau referencing the character in a 2023 interview, and saying it’s possible it could return one day.
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Ryan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He’ll talk about The Witcher all day.
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