David Prowse trivia | 46 facts about the actor who played Darth Vader November 29, 2020 By Costas Despotakis Leave a Comment David Prowse was the actor who wore the cape of Darth Vader in the first Star Wars film in 1977. He was selected for the role by George Lucas. [Read more…] about David Prowse trivia | 46 facts about the actor who played Darth Vader