Known For
Acting
Birthday
July 13, 1937
Place of Birth
London, England, UK
Also Known As
- Jackie Purves
Jack Purvis
Biography
Jack Purvis (July 13, 1937 - November 21, 1997) was a British film actor. Purvis was a dwarf, and thus was mainly cast in roles requiring actors of short stature. Purvis appeared as a different alien creature in each of the three films of the original Star Wars trilogy, and also appeared in three of director Terry Gilliam's early fantasy films: Time Bandits, Brazil, and The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Several years before his death, Purvis became quadriplegic after breaking his neck in a car accident. He died in November 1997 at the age of 60.
Known For - Movies
Star Wars
as Chief Jawa
The Empire Strikes Back
as Chief Ugnaught
Return of the Jedi
as Teebo
Labyrinth
as Goblin Corps
Willow
as Nelwyn Band Member (uncredited)
Brazil
as Dr. Chapman
The Dark Crystal
as Additional Performer
Time Bandits
as Wally
The Adventures of Baron Munchausen
as Jeremy / Gustavus
Ivanhoe
as Jester (uncredited)
