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in Surrey. He became aware of a casting call for Star Wars which was filming at Elstree Studios in Hertfordshire. Mayhew decided to visit Lucas to find out more about the role. He said, "George came into the office, and at that time I'd been sitting down on a chair, so I stood up and his eyes almost popped out of his head". Afterwards Mayhew had a costume fitting. The 7 ft 3 in tall actor was immediately cast as Chewbacca after he stood up to greet Lucas. Mayhew continued working as

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