Chewbacca Peter Mayhew dies at age 74

Peter Mayhew was the original Chewbacca in the Star Wars films.
Geek.com reports that Mayhew has died at the age of 74, according to his agent.
On April 30, Mayhew passed away in his North Texas home with his family by his side, CNN reported.
Mayhew played Chewbacca in four Star Wars films.
George Lucas hired Mayhew for Star Wars due to his 7-foot-3 physique.
Mayhew is credited for his excellent body language and expressiveness he brought to the 200-year-old Wookiee.