Thursday, April 18, 2013

Wonderful note from fans of Richard!

Coolwaters HAD to post this wonderful note! Thanks so much for the kind words!

Dear Derek, Anise, and the family and friends of Richard,

Dustin and I would like to offer our prayers and condolences in this time of great sorrow. We had the honor and the pleasure of meeting Richard at Planet Comicom in Kansas City. He was a wonderful man. Even though he did not feel well, he came to our dinner. He was also very personable and sweet all weekend. Everyone that met him made comments about this. We were saddened to hear of his passing, so suddenly. On behalf of the Kansas City Star Wars groups (501st, Rebel Legion, Dark Empire, R2 Builders and Mandalorian Mercs) we will be making a donation to the Peter Mayhew Foundation, in his memory. Thank you so much for giving us the chance to hang out with such a wonderful man.

Sincerly,
Dustin and Kelli Slead

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

For immediate release regarding the death of actor Richard LeParmentier. This is OFFICIAL and from the family:

Every time we find someone's lack of faith disturbing, we'll think of him.

At age 66, Richard Le Parmentier is one with the Force. We're deeply grateful to the many devoted fans who have posted personal remembrances of our dad as a warm, genuine person with an unparalleled joie de vivre and gift for friendship (not to mention a mean petanque player). To his fans and friends, his lines were the ultimate power in the universe. He absolutely loved traveling the world and meeting his friends and fellow Star Wars fan - whose tributes have given us all the best lines in this message. He told us many stories of the hospitality he enjoyed. He usually lived in Bath, England, but was visiting us in Austin, Texas. We feel very lucky to have been able to spend time with him on a regular basis. He was no respecter of convention, except comic conventions. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Richard was a talented actor and director whose career spanned four decades and dozens of projects. He edited another draft of his latest project two days before death, with its sorcerer's ways, took him from us. He has gone to the Stars, and he will be missed. We love you dad, and thank you to everyone. Love, Rhiannon, Stephanie, and Tyrone Le Parmentier.

RIP Richard LeParmentier

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APRIL 16, 2013: Today is a sad day indeed. It is with a heavy heart that we can confirm that actor Richard LeParmentier (best known as Admiral Motti in STAR WARS) has passed away. Derek Maki, president of Coolwaters Productions LLC, has spoken to Richard's son, Tyrone, this morning, who stated that it was sudden. The family needs some time to deal with the shock and an official statement will be made to the associated press later today. Coolwaters asks everyone to respect the family in this time of grief and to please not contact them. The Coolwaters family has lost a member of its own family and we wish Tyrone the very best.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Today we’re pleased to announce that everyone’s favorite galactic smuggler, gambler and scoundrel will temporarily leave Cloud City and board the Millennium Falcon with a course set for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as actor Billy Dee Williams returns to Star Wars Weekends for the 2013 edition.
Williams, a fan favorite for his portrayal of Lando Calrissian in the film saga, will attend Weekend IV, June 7-9, 2013.
Lando, who is described on his official StarWars.com bio as having two weapons of choice — a blaster pistol and “a devastating smile” — betrayed the Rebellion when he made a deal with Darth Vader to capture his old friend, Han Solo. However, there was a storybook ending to the tale when he redeemed himself by later helping to free Captain Solo and assisting in the destruction of the second Death Star.
If you make plans to attend Weekend IV, I definitely suggest attending one of the “Stars of the Saga” talk shows that features Williams. It was a highlight for me at past events to hear him tell tales about his portrayal of the suave scoundrel. But be sure to get there early; his appearances will most likely be a popular gathering place for members of both the Empire and the Rebellion.
Join the conversation online by using the hash tag #StarWarsWeekends on Twitter.