James Earl Jones passes at 93

Change of plans. Instead of diversity among Creative Arts Emmy Awards winners on TV Dinner Day, which I promised in yesterday's 'Jim Henson Idea Man' and 'Girls State' win multiple Emmy Awards, I'm going to honor diversity in entertainment in a different way today by remembering the life of James Earl Jones.* Watch CNN report Actor James Earl Jones dies at 93.

James Earl Jones, an award-winning actor whose career spanned seven decades, died at the age of 93, according to his agent, Barry McPherson. CNN’s Richard Roth and Elizabeth Wagmeister report.

As my readers can see and hear, Jones's passing is personal for CNN. He was a member of their family, having been the voice of the cable channel's slogan. I can relate. I'm a Star Wars fan and I feel the loss of the voice of Darth Vader, too.

As CNN predicted, tributes poured in. I'm sharing three of them, beginning with Entertainment Tonight reporting James Earl Jones Dead at 93, which gave a more complete picture of Jones's life and career.

James Earl Jones has died. The EGOT-winner was best known for his iconic deep voice in films, provided the voice for Darth Vader in the ‘Star Wars’ franchise. Jones was also known for roles in 'The Lion King,' ‘Dr. Strangelove,’ ‘Claudine’ and ‘Field of Dreams.’ He was 93.

While it's a sad day, it's also a good day for me, as I learned new things about Jones's roles, especially his comedic ones. Any day I learn something new is a good day, even today.

Next, E! News shared James Earl Jones Dead at 93: 'Star Wars' Actor Mark Hamill and More Pay Tribute.

After James Earl Jones passed away at 93, many in Hollywood pay homage to the legendary actor including Mark Hamill, LeVar Burton, Octavia Spencer and more. Days prior to James Earl Jones' passing, 'Fight Night' star Terrence Howard recalled meeting the iconic star in an interview with E! News.

Access Hollywood shared many of these social media tributes and more in James Earl Jones Dead: Mark Hamill & Kevin Costner PAY TRIBUTE.

Stars across Hollywood are mourning the death of film and theater icon James Earl Jones, who has died at the age of 93. The legendary actor passed away on the morning of Sept. 9 at his home surrounded by family, his rep confirmed to Access Hollywood. James was known for his resonant voice and many iconic movie roles, famously voicing Mufasa in “The Lion King” and Darth Vader in the original “Star Wars” trilogy. He also memorably appeared in “Field of Dreams,” “The Hunt for Red October,” “The Sandlot,” “Coming to America,” and “Dr. Strangelove,” among other films. Access takes a look at some of the many tributes that poured in following the sad news of Jones’ death.

His fellow actors and other Hollywood creators loved Jones. He will be missed. May he rest in peace.

*The Emmy winners can wait until next week, after the main ceremony. Shogun alone will make for a diverse group of awardees.