Darth Vader

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Darth Vader Anakin Skywalker
Star Wars character
Cosplay of Darth Vader
First appearance	Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (1977)
Created by	George Lucas
Portrayed by	David Prowse Bob Anderson Hayden Christensen (Episode II and Episode III)
Voiced by	James Earl Jones (voice of Darth Vader)
Information
Nickname(s)	Ani
Gender	Male
Occupation	Jedi Sith
Relatives	Padmé Amidala (spouse) Luke Skywalker (son) Leia Organa (daughter) Ben Solo (grandchild) Shmi Skywalker (mother)

Darth Vader is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. The character is the central antagonist of the original trilogy and, as Anakin Skywalker, is one of the main protagonists in the prequel trilogy. Star Wars creator George Lucas has collectively referred to the first six episodic films of the franchise as "the tragedy of Darth Vader". Darth Vader has become one of the most iconic villains in popular culture, and has been listed among the greatest villains and fictional characters ever. His masked face and helmet, in particular, is considered one of the most iconic character designs of all time.