James Earl Jones is an American actor. He is best known for his distinctive voice and has been recognized as one of the most distinctive and versatile voices in the entertainment industry. Jones has been the voice of many iconic characters, including Darth Vader in the “Star Wars” franchise, Mufasa in “The Lion King” (1994), and CNN anchor Carl Kassel in the radio and television show “A Prairie Home Companion”. In addition to his voice acting work, Jones is also an accomplished stage actor, and has won several Tony Awards for his work on Broadway. He has been nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award, and has won several Golden Globe Awards. Jones is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation, and his contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized with numerous honors and awards.