Star Wars actor Mayhew in hospital

'Star Wars' actor Peter Mayhew has been hospitalised.

Star Wars actor Mayhew in hospital
Tue, 20 Jan, 2015 - 08:18

'Star Wars' actor Peter Mayhew has been hospitalised.

The 70-year-old star, who plays the Wookiee Chewbacca in the fantasy film franchise, was taken to hospital after falling ill with pneumonia.

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