Arie Dekker

Arie Dekker is a British Actor, Stunt Performer and Creature Performer, born on the Wirral, Merseyside. In his youth he was a talented sportsman, most notably a swimmer, winning medals at County, National and European competitions. Arie is best known for his role as Chewbacca's stunt double in 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' and Star Wars 'The Rise of Skywalker'. At 6ft11in tall, his physicality, high level of fitness and mental toughness made him an ideal candidate to truly showcase Chewbacca's fighting skills and warrior lineage. Other credits include a stunt double role in the upcoming Amazon Original 'Carnival Row', a stunt performer in the latest addition of the Kingsman franchise, as Chewbacca in a Nissan/Star Wars commercial and again as Chewbacca during a European promotional tour that included an appearance at the Cannes Film Festival.