Ahmed Best

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ahmed Best
Occupation	Voice Actor
Date Of Birth	Aug 19, 1973(1973-08-19)
Age	51
Birthplace	New York City
Country	United States
Birth City	New York State
Horoscope	Leo

Ahmed Best Biography

Ahmed Best is one of the most popular and richest Voice Actor who was born on August 19, 1973 in New York City, New York State, United States. Voice actor best known for his role as Jar Jar Binks in the Star Wars franchise. He is also known for his musical collaborations with the percussion group Stomp.

He was invited by George Lucas to try out for the role of Jar Jar Binks after Lucas was impressed with his work in Stomp.

Ahmed Best (born August 19, 1973) is an American actor. He gained recognition in 1999 for providing motion capture and voice of the character of Jar Jar Binks in the Star Wars franchise. He also created, wrote, directed, and produced his own TV show, which he titled This Can’t Be My Life.

In 1994, Best joined the acid jazz group The Jazzhole. He contributed to the success of the group for two years. He co-wrote and co-produced three albums for the group including The Jazzhole, And the Feeling Goes Around, and The Beat is the Bomb. In 1995, he co-wrote and co-produced Escape by Bill Evans.

He was raised in the Bronx by parents Ahmondylla and Adrian Best.

Ahmed Best Net Worth

Ahmed Best is one of the richest Voice Actor from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ahmed Best 's net worth $3 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He studied percussion at the Manhattan School of Music.

He won an Annie Award for Best Voice Acting in the Star Wars: Clone Wars animated series.

Ahmed Best was born on August 19, 1973, in New York City. He lived the majority of his formative years in the Soundview section of the Bronx. He moved to Maplewood, New Jersey, in 1984. He attended Columbia High School and graduated from there in 1991. He then studied percussion at the Manhattan School of Music.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Facts & Trivia

Ahmed Ranked on the list of most popular Voice Actor. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Ahmed Best celebrates birthday on August 19 of every year.

Top Facts about Ahmed Best

1. Best is best known for playing Jar Jar Binks in Star Wars.
2. He was born on August 19, 1973 in New York City.
3. Best has also worked as a voice actor and musician.
4. He received death threats over his role in Star Wars.
5. Best has appeared in various TV shows and films.
6. He won an Emmy Award for his work on the children’s show “Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge.”
7. Best has spoken publicly about his struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts.
8. He is married to actress Christina Chandler and they have one child together.
9. Best directed the documentary “The Jar Jar Binks Experience.”
10. He continues to be involved in the Star Wars franchise through conventions and events.

How old is Ahmed Best?

49 years (August 19, 1973)

What is Jar Jar Binks based on?

Conception. George Lucas was inspired to develop Jar Jar based on the Disney character Goofy. Singer Michael Jackson wanted to play the role, but wished to portray the character using prosthetics while Lucas wanted him to be all CGI.

Why was Jar Jar banished?

Binks was often derided for his clumsiness , which at one point resulted in his banishment from Gungan society. Jar Jar Binks was often regarded by his peers as clumsy and annoying, traits that led many people to deride and underestimate him. His clumsiness led to his banishment from his home city of Otoh Gunga.

Why did they make Jar Jar Binks?

Jar Jar was created in an attempt to appeal to children and provide The Phantom Menace with comic relief , a decision that alienated Star Wars fans and clashed with the film’s dark and political subject matter. Moreover, some critics also found the character to be racially insensitive and offensive.

Is Jar Jar a Sith?

Darth Jar Jar, known to most as Jar Jar Binks, was a Gungan Sith Lord. He survived the Battle of Naboo and became a Representative of Naboo, when he helped to give Darth Sidious emergency powers. After the fall of the Galactic Empire, he forced a small alien named Snoke under his evil wing.