may not adequately summarize its contents. To comply with Wikipedia's lead section guidelines, please consider expanding the lead to provide an accessible overview of the article's key points. (April 2010) Peter Mayhew Mayhew at the Big Apple Con, November 14, 2008, sitting in front of an image of his most famous role Born 19 May 1944 (1944-05-19) (age 66) Beccels, Great Yarmouth, England Occupation Actor Years active 1977–present Height 7 ft 3 in (2.21 m) Spouse Angie Luker (1999–present) Peter Mayhew (born 19 May 1944) is an English actor known for playing the Wookiee Chewbacca in the Star Wars movies. His peak height was 7 feet 3 inches (2.21 m) tall..