Inside Holby City Ric Griffin star's life - show axe fury, racism and Star Wars fame
dailystar.co.ukHolby City character.With a science fiction and drama fuelled background, Quarshie has appeared in some big name films and television shows.The 67-year-old star is of Ghanian, English and Dutch ancestry and emigrated to the United Kingdom aged three-years-old before he attended school in Dorset.He has also commented on the impact of racism throughout his time in the spotlight and played the father of Stephen Lawrence in the television series Stephen.Delve into his career highlights, memories from his time filming for one of the biggest film franchises in the world and compelling thoughts on racism today.
Quarshie played Padme’s loyal protector in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace and his character was often referred to as the “quickest eyes on Naboo”.Quarsh Panaka fled the planet with Princess Amidala, played by Natalie Portman, to Tatooine after the Trade Federation invaded Naboo.He was eventually awarded the title of Moff as the Empire rose to power, but was later assassinated.
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