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Erik Bauersfeld, the actor who gave voice to the beloved Star Wars character Admiral Ackbar, has died at age 93, his management office confirmed Monday.

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A statement from Coolwaters Productions said Bauersfeld died on Sunday in his Berkeley, Calif., home.

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"Actor Erik Bauersfeld, known by Star Wars fans around the globe as the voice of Admiral Ackbar, has passed away," the statement said. "His passing comes at the age of 93 and the cause was natural causes. Erik will be deeply missed by his family here at Coolwaters and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends."

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