Denis Lawson is a British actor best known for playing Wedge Antilles in the film Star Wars Trilogy.
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Best Known For:The film Star Wars Trilogy
Breakthrough:Portrayed Wedge Antilles in the original Star Wars trilogy in 1977
10 Quick Facts About Denis Lawson
- Full Name: Denis Lawson
- Nationality: British
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The film Star Wars Trilogy
- Date of Birth: September 27, 1947
- Age: 78 years old
- Place of Birth: Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Sheila Gish
- Children: Jamie Lawson
Denis Lawson Age
Denis Lawson is about 79 years old as of 2026. Denis Lawson was born in 1947.
Denis Lawson Height
Denis Lawson stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches. This is approximately 173 cm.
Education
He attended Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, where he earned a Diploma in Drama.
- Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama
- Qualification: Diploma
- Field of Study: Drama
Rise to Fame
Denis Lawson rose to prominence for his role in the film Star Wars Trilogy.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Star Wars Trilogy, Local Hero, and New Tricks.
Television
- TV Show: New Tricks (Steve McAndrew, 2012-2015)
Film
- Film: Star Wars Trilogy (Wedge Antilles, 1977-1983)
- Film: Local Hero (Gordon Urquhart, 1983)
Awards & Achievements
- Laurence Olivier Award — Society of London Theatre — Best Actor in a Musical for Mr. Cinders
Denis Lawson Family & Relationships
Denis Lawson is widowed. He has 1 child, Jamie Lawson.
- Father: Laurence Lawson
- Mother: Phyllis Lawson
- Siblings:
- Carol McGregor
- Children:
- Jamie Lawson (1976)
Personal Information
- Full Name: Denis Lawson
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: British
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: September 27, 1947
- Age: 78
- Birthday: September 27
- Zodiac Sign: Libra
- Place of Birth: Crieff, Perthshire, Scotland
Measurements
- Height: 5 ft 8 in
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Gray
Family & Relationships
- Father: Laurence Lawson
- Mother: Phyllis Lawson
- Siblings: Carol McGregor
- Marital Status: Widowed
- Spouse / Partner: Sheila Gish
- Children: Jamie Lawson
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Ewan McGregor (Nephew)
- Sheila Gish (Spouse • Wife)
