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Manistee honors James Earl Jones with heartfelt celebration at Ramsdell Theatre
MANISTEE COUNTY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) – – James Earl Jones would have turned 94 on Friday January 17.
The city of Manistee celebrated the late actor’s birthday Friday evening.
James Earl Jones, the voice of Darth Vader, Mufasa and Terence Mann in Field of Dreams began his acting career at the Ramsdell Theatre in Manistee in 1953.
He performed at the theatre for four years in the 1950s.
The Ramsdell Theatre held a celebration of life for the late actor on Friday night.
The event included a performance by Kit Holmes, Jones’ cousin Tery, his high school friends and Toni Trucks, an actress from Manistee. They all told stories about James Earl Jones.
They were followed by a presentation of the actor’s life.
Jones’ son Flynn says Manistee was always special to his father.
“He talked about the area very often. The last and only time I was out here was for our cousin Tery’s wedding and that was 20 years ago. I didn’t have a great sense of where everything was but this trip has been really wonderful, all things considered. Because Tery’s been able to drive us around and show us where everyone in my family grew up. I’m looking on a map on my phone, sort of dropping pins of houses where my dad helped lay the foundation,” said Flynn Earl Jones, James Earl Jones’ son.
The Vogue Theatre in Manistee also held a celebration of James Earl Jones’ life, followed by a screening of Field of Dreams.
On Saturday night, the city of Manistee came together to honor a true legend in the world of theater and film: James Earl Jones. The beloved actor, known for his iconic voice and powerful performances, was celebrated with a heartfelt tribute at the historic Ramsdell Theatre.
The evening began with a special screening of some of Jones’s most memorable roles, from his iconic voice work as Darth Vader in Star Wars to his Tony Award-winning performances on Broadway. The audience was captivated by his incredible talent and presence on screen.
Following the screening, a panel of local actors and theater enthusiasts took the stage to share their own personal stories and memories of Jones. From his inspiring performances to his generosity and kindness behind the scenes, it was clear that Jones had made a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of working with him.
As the evening came to a close, the audience rose to their feet in a standing ovation, applauding not just Jones’s incredible career, but also his dedication to the arts and his contribution to the world of theater.
It was a truly special night in Manistee, as the community came together to honor a true legend. James Earl Jones may have been the guest of honor, but it was clear that the real stars of the evening were the people whose lives he had touched and inspired.
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