Mark Dodson, renowned for his distinctive voice portrayals that brought to life various creatures in the movies Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Gremlins, has passed away at the age of 64. According to his daughter, he died unexpectedly while in Evansville, Indiana, attending Horror Con. She stated that he had checked into a hotel and suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping. “Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials, and advertisements, adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched,” a post from Stellar Appearances’ read. “Mark leaves behind a wonderful family, close friends, and adoring fans around the world. The family asks for privacy during this difficult time.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stellar Appearances (@stellarappearances) Dodson first appeared in Star Wars in 1983 as Salacious Crumb in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi. He also...
- 3/4/2024
- TV Insider
Mark Dodson, the voice actor known for his work in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Gremlins, died Saturday. He was 64.
Dodson passed away in Evansville, Illinois, his representative told The Hollywood Reporter. Stellar Appearances, Dodson’s talent agency, first announced his death via a statement on social media on Sunday.
“Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials and advertisements, adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched,” the statement reads. His career “spanned more than four decades as a radio man, voice actor, producer and fan favorite of convention attendees across the world.”
Return of the Jedi marked Dodson’s first feature film performance in 1983. The following year, his voice was heard as several different gremlin in Gremlins — he later returned for Gremlins 2: The New Batch in 1990. In 2015, he also returned to the Star Wars universe, lending his voice to...
Dodson passed away in Evansville, Illinois, his representative told The Hollywood Reporter. Stellar Appearances, Dodson’s talent agency, first announced his death via a statement on social media on Sunday.
“Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials and advertisements, adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched,” the statement reads. His career “spanned more than four decades as a radio man, voice actor, producer and fan favorite of convention attendees across the world.”
Return of the Jedi marked Dodson’s first feature film performance in 1983. The following year, his voice was heard as several different gremlin in Gremlins — he later returned for Gremlins 2: The New Batch in 1990. In 2015, he also returned to the Star Wars universe, lending his voice to...
- 3/3/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Life is often described as a fleeting flame, here one moment and gone the next. This unfortunate reality was tragically reminded with the recent passing of actor Mark Dodson, a beloved voice in the worlds of Star Wars and Gremlins, at the age of 64.
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Dodson’s absence will be deeply felt by fans and colleagues alike. His legacy, however, will live on through the characters he brought to life with his exceptional voice-acting talent.
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Mark Dodson was attending a horror convention event in Evansville, Indiana, said her daughter to TMZ. The voice actor suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping,...
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Dodson’s absence will be deeply felt by fans and colleagues alike. His legacy, however, will live on through the characters he brought to life with his exceptional voice-acting talent.
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Mark Dodson was attending a horror convention event in Evansville, Indiana, said her daughter to TMZ. The voice actor suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping,...
- 3/3/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
Best known for his contributions to the iconic Gremlins and Star Wars franchises, actor Mark Dodson has passed away this week at the age of 64, Deadline reports today.
Mark Dodson memorably voiced the character Salacious Crumb in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, and he also did uncredited zombie voice work for George Romero’s Day of the Dead.
Dodson’s unique voice acting skills were put to excellent use in both Joe Dante’s Gremlins and sequel Gremlins 2: The New Batch, with the actor voicing multiple Gremlins characters.
It was Dodson’s voice work as Salacious Crumb in Return of the Jedi that led to him voicing the Gremlins, which were seen as being similar to the Salacious Crumb character.
Speaking of his work in the Gremlins franchise in a 2023 chat with the YouTube channel Diabolic Shrimp (watch the full video below), Mark Dodson explained his contributions:
“I love horror,...
Mark Dodson memorably voiced the character Salacious Crumb in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, and he also did uncredited zombie voice work for George Romero’s Day of the Dead.
Dodson’s unique voice acting skills were put to excellent use in both Joe Dante’s Gremlins and sequel Gremlins 2: The New Batch, with the actor voicing multiple Gremlins characters.
It was Dodson’s voice work as Salacious Crumb in Return of the Jedi that led to him voicing the Gremlins, which were seen as being similar to the Salacious Crumb character.
Speaking of his work in the Gremlins franchise in a 2023 chat with the YouTube channel Diabolic Shrimp (watch the full video below), Mark Dodson explained his contributions:
“I love horror,...
- 3/3/2024
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
Mark Dodson, a voice actor known for “Gremlins” and “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi,” died Saturday. He was 64.
Stellar Appearances, Dodson’s talent agency for personal appearances, shared the news on Facebook.
“Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials and advertisements adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched,” the statement reads. “Mark truly loved his fans and enjoyed meeting them at conventions around the world. Mark was honored to be inducted into dozens of the local chapters of the Star Wars 501st Legions over the past several decades.”
Dodson’s daughter told TMZ that he died in Evansville, Ind., to attend Horror Con and had suffered a heart attack while sleeping.
In his career spanning over 40 years, Dodson served as a radio man, voice actor and producer. A fan favorite at conventions, Dodson voiced several iconic characters in popular movies. He...
Stellar Appearances, Dodson’s talent agency for personal appearances, shared the news on Facebook.
“Mark worked on dozens of movies, video games, commercials and advertisements adding his unique voice and sound to each character and script he touched,” the statement reads. “Mark truly loved his fans and enjoyed meeting them at conventions around the world. Mark was honored to be inducted into dozens of the local chapters of the Star Wars 501st Legions over the past several decades.”
Dodson’s daughter told TMZ that he died in Evansville, Ind., to attend Horror Con and had suffered a heart attack while sleeping.
In his career spanning over 40 years, Dodson served as a radio man, voice actor and producer. A fan favorite at conventions, Dodson voiced several iconic characters in popular movies. He...
- 3/3/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
Mark Dodson, whose unique voice characterizations propelled creatures in the films Star Wars: Return of the Jedi and Gremlins, has died at 64.
His daughter told TMZ that he died while in Evansville, Indiana, to attend Horror Con. He checked into a hotel and suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping, she said.
Dodson was the voice of Salacious Crumb, the scruffy little creature who was a cackling crony of Jabba the Hut in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. That memorable voice led to a gig in Gremlins, where he became the voice Mogwai, much-imitated in school yards.
He worked continuously for several decades in film, video games, radio and commercials as a voice artist. .
His daughter, Ciara, told TMZ that her father “never ceased making me proud.” a
The Evansville Horror Con, where Dodson was scheduled to appear, posted a tribute to Facebook.
“We are heartbroken to announce the...
His daughter told TMZ that he died while in Evansville, Indiana, to attend Horror Con. He checked into a hotel and suffered a “massive heart attack” while sleeping, she said.
Dodson was the voice of Salacious Crumb, the scruffy little creature who was a cackling crony of Jabba the Hut in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. That memorable voice led to a gig in Gremlins, where he became the voice Mogwai, much-imitated in school yards.
He worked continuously for several decades in film, video games, radio and commercials as a voice artist. .
His daughter, Ciara, told TMZ that her father “never ceased making me proud.” a
The Evansville Horror Con, where Dodson was scheduled to appear, posted a tribute to Facebook.
“We are heartbroken to announce the...
- 3/3/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
You know the laugh. You know the beady little eyes and floppy ears. The little Kowakian monkey-lizard Salacious B. Crumb may have been on the wrong side of things in 1983's "Star Wars: Episode IV — Return of the Jedi," but somehow Jabba the Hutt's tiny jester has become a fan favorite over the years. To be fair, he always was. The diminutive cackler was the talk of the playground when I was little, and rightly so.
In case you have somehow managed to exist in the world without seeing this film (and I know there are some of you out there), Salacious B. Crumb is perched at Jabba's side in the film as the crime lord baits a mostly blind Han Solo (Harrison Ford), and captures Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), chaining her to his side. Crumb helps with the mockery by repeating things Jabba says, and his laugh is ... well,...
In case you have somehow managed to exist in the world without seeing this film (and I know there are some of you out there), Salacious B. Crumb is perched at Jabba's side in the film as the crime lord baits a mostly blind Han Solo (Harrison Ford), and captures Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher), chaining her to his side. Crumb helps with the mockery by repeating things Jabba says, and his laugh is ... well,...
- 5/25/2023
- by Jenna Busch
- Slash Film
Hulk Hogan: “Okay you guys, listen up! People pay good money to see this movie! When they go out to a theater they want cold sodas, hot popcorn, and no monsters in the projection booth! Do I have to come up there myself? Do you think the Gremsters can stand up to the Hulkster? Well, if I were you, I’d run the rest of Gremlins 2! Right now! Sorry folks, it won’t happen again!”
Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch are screening This Saturday, December 15th, at the St. Andrews Cinema in St. Charles, Mo. The doors open at 2:00pm and the first film starts at 2:30. Admission for both films is $5. Gremlins will be introduced by Mark Dodson. Mark was the voice of Salicious Crumb in Return Of The Jedi and Mogwai in Gremlins. His other voice credits include Day Of The Dead and Star Wars The Force Awakens.
Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch are screening This Saturday, December 15th, at the St. Andrews Cinema in St. Charles, Mo. The doors open at 2:00pm and the first film starts at 2:30. Admission for both films is $5. Gremlins will be introduced by Mark Dodson. Mark was the voice of Salicious Crumb in Return Of The Jedi and Mogwai in Gremlins. His other voice credits include Day Of The Dead and Star Wars The Force Awakens.
- 12/10/2018
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
The Toyman Toy Show in St. Louis has been going strong for almost 30 years now and just keeps getting bigger and better! The fun now takes place nine times a year at The Machinists Hall 12365 St Charles Rock Road in Bridgeton, Mo 63044. There are over 120 vendors at the Toyman Toy Show spread out over 220 tables. all selling vintage toys, comics, dolls, diecast cars, movie memorabilia, and more as well as cosplayers and artists. It’s an unbelievable amount of fun for only $5!
The next Toyman Show is this Sunday, December 9th from 9:00a to 3:00p and actors Simon Fisher-Becker from Harry Potter and Steve Cardenas from Power Rangers will be there! And there will be a Toys For Tots Toy Drive!
A Facebook invite for Sunday’s show can be found Here
Simon Fisher-Becker was born 25th November 1961 in London. He’s a character actor with a forte...
The next Toyman Show is this Sunday, December 9th from 9:00a to 3:00p and actors Simon Fisher-Becker from Harry Potter and Steve Cardenas from Power Rangers will be there! And there will be a Toys For Tots Toy Drive!
A Facebook invite for Sunday’s show can be found Here
Simon Fisher-Becker was born 25th November 1961 in London. He’s a character actor with a forte...
- 12/4/2018
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
This weekend, the "Nightmare Before Halloween" will take place at the 13th annual Crypticon Minnesota, featuring a wide array of special guests, amazing artists, and eerie events that are sure to get attendees into the spooky spirit of the season!
The 13th annual Crypticon Minnesota kicks off on Friday, October 26th and runs through Sunday, October 27th at the Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America hotel in Bloomington, Mn.
Special guests this year include Linda Blair, Lee Majors, Dana DeLorenzo, Casper Van Dien, Dina Meyer, Jake Busey, Marshall Bell, Spencer Wilding, Mark Dodson, Shawnee Smith, Charles Band, Robin Sydney, Chris Mulkey, and more!
You can check out the entire schedule below (via Facebook), and to learn more about Crypticon Minnesota, be sure to visit their official website, Facebook page, and Twitter page!
Friday Night Celebrity Panels and Events
4:30 pm Early entrance is open to VIP’s
5:...
The 13th annual Crypticon Minnesota kicks off on Friday, October 26th and runs through Sunday, October 27th at the Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America hotel in Bloomington, Mn.
Special guests this year include Linda Blair, Lee Majors, Dana DeLorenzo, Casper Van Dien, Dina Meyer, Jake Busey, Marshall Bell, Spencer Wilding, Mark Dodson, Shawnee Smith, Charles Band, Robin Sydney, Chris Mulkey, and more!
You can check out the entire schedule below (via Facebook), and to learn more about Crypticon Minnesota, be sure to visit their official website, Facebook page, and Twitter page!
Friday Night Celebrity Panels and Events
4:30 pm Early entrance is open to VIP’s
5:...
- 10/25/2018
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
The Toyman Toy Show in St. Louis has been going strong for over 26 years now and just keeps getting bigger and better! The fun takes place seven times a year at The Machinists Hall 12365 St Charles Rock Road in Bridgeton, Mo 63044. There are over 130 vendors at the Toyman Toy Show spread out over 225 tables. all selling vintage toys, comics, dolls, diecast cars, movie memorabilia, and more as well as cosplayers and artists. It’s an unbelievable amount of fun for only $5 and this next show, you’ll have the opportunity to meet a Gremlin and a Power Ranger!
The next Toyman Show is December 10th from 9:00a to 3:00p and Voice Actor Mark Dodson and Power Rangers star Mike Ginn will be in attendance!
Mark Dodson was the voice of Salicious Crumb in Return Of The Jedi and Mogwai in Gremlins. His other voice credits include Day Of The Dead...
The next Toyman Show is December 10th from 9:00a to 3:00p and Voice Actor Mark Dodson and Power Rangers star Mike Ginn will be in attendance!
Mark Dodson was the voice of Salicious Crumb in Return Of The Jedi and Mogwai in Gremlins. His other voice credits include Day Of The Dead...
- 11/28/2017
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
St. Louis-area Movie Geeks (and TV Geeks, and Comic Book Geeks, and Gaming Geeks and Music Geeks and Cosplay Geeks, and Fiction Geeks) rejoice! There’s a new Pop Culture convention coming to town!
2015 brings in one of the Newest and Largest two day event shows in St. Louis with Gateway Geek Fest. The event is sponsored by Tm (ToyMan) Productions who also host ToyMan Toys, Comics & Con. The event runs August 28-30 and will be held at Machinist Hall 12365 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, Mo with some ancillary events at the Laquinta Hotel (formerly the Wingate) 13615 Riverport Rd Maryland Hts.
With over 150 tables filled with Vendors offering items such as Comics, Illustrations, Pop Culture, Steampunk merchandise, Character Clothing, TV/Movie Memorabilia (posters – autographs), Action Figures Collectibles and Much More. Gateway Geek Fest will be held at Machinist Hall 12365 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, Mo
There will be Cosplayers...
2015 brings in one of the Newest and Largest two day event shows in St. Louis with Gateway Geek Fest. The event is sponsored by Tm (ToyMan) Productions who also host ToyMan Toys, Comics & Con. The event runs August 28-30 and will be held at Machinist Hall 12365 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, Mo with some ancillary events at the Laquinta Hotel (formerly the Wingate) 13615 Riverport Rd Maryland Hts.
With over 150 tables filled with Vendors offering items such as Comics, Illustrations, Pop Culture, Steampunk merchandise, Character Clothing, TV/Movie Memorabilia (posters – autographs), Action Figures Collectibles and Much More. Gateway Geek Fest will be held at Machinist Hall 12365 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, Mo
There will be Cosplayers...
- 8/21/2015
- by Tom Stockman
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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