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Joonas Suotamo
(Finnish Actor Best Known for Playing 'Chewbacca' in 'Star Wars' Film Series)

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Birthdate: October 3, 1986
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Espoo, Finland
Joonas Suotamo is a Finnish actor and former professional basketball player known for portraying Chewbacca in the Star Wars saga. He initially worked as a body double for Peter Mayhew in Star Wars: The Force Awakens before taking on the principal role in subsequent films like Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Solo: A Star Wars Story, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Suotamo's transition from basketball to acting has been marked by his dedication to embodying the iconic character of Chewbacca on screen.