The hit sitcom The Big Bang Theory brought together Star Wars legends James Earl Jones and Carrie Fisher for the first time.
The legendary Hollywood icon, James Earl Jones passed away on September 9, leaving behind a remarkable legacy. Best known for his portrayal of Darth Vader in Star Wars, he also had a memorable appearance on the CBS sitcom The Big Bang Theory, where he met his on-screen daughter Leia (Carrie Fisher) in person for the very first time.
Despite starring in the franchise, Jones and Fisher never had the opportunity to meet in person. In a twist of fate, it was not the grand space opera but rather the beloved sitcom that managed to bring them together in a surprising and charming way.
The Big Bang Theory Reunited James Earl Jones With His On-Screen Daughter
Following the lives of nerdy friends and renowned for its portrayal of geek culture, The Big Bang Theory became a huge hit, featuring several memorable cameos along with James Earl Jones and Carrie Fisher.
In Season 7, Episode 14, The Convention Conundrum, Sheldon attempts to organize his own convention after the group misses out on Comic-Con tickets. In his quest to recruit celebrities, he ends up spending an adventurous night with Jones.
One of the standout moments from Sheldon and Jones’ lively evening occurred when the late actor rang Carrie Fisher’s doorbell and quickly ran away, only for her to come out with a baseball bat, exclaiming, “It’s not FUNNY anymore, James!” To which he cheekily responded, “Then, why am I laughing??”
The show’s executive producer Steven Molaro later revealed that while filming the episode, they realized that Carrie Fisher and Jones had never met in real life. And upon meeting, Fisher humorously referred to Jones as “dad,” a nod to their iconic Star Wars roles.
She showed up and we learned that Carrie and James Earl Jones have never met in real life because, in Star Wars, James was in a sound booth doing Darth Vader and had never been to the set.
Jones also expressed his enjoyment of finally working with his on-screen daughter, even if just for a brief scene. The late actor voiced Darth Vader in A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi for David Prowse, who embodied the character.
James Earl Jones Enjoyed His The Big Bang Theory Cameo
In a behind-the-scenes interview with Entertainment Tonight, the late Hollywood legend James Earl Jones reflected on his experience working on The Big Bang Theory, describing it as a “big thrill” for him.
“It was a big thrill for me,” he shared while admitting that although he didn’t fully grasp the “nerd world,” he thoroughly enjoyed his time with the cast. He said during the interview,
I mean, the actors and the company of actors, and what’s written for them is always very crisp and sharp, and stays in the focus of a kind of a nerd world, you know, which my son is in, but I don’t understand at all.
Following his passing on Monday morning at his home in Dutchess County, New York, at the age of 93, fans around the globe have been reflecting on his extraordinary career and memorable contributions to film and television.
Many Hollywood stars, including Mark Hamil, Star Wars creator George Lucas, Kevin Costner, and many others have shared their tribute to Jones, describing him as one of the most versatile and talented actors of his era.
