Peter Cushing (
May 26,
1913 -
August 11,
1994) was an English
actor, perhaps best known today for his role as
Grand Moff Tarkin in the film
Star Wars. He is also remembered for his work in the
Hammer Horror films - particularly his recurring roles as Dr Frankenstein in Hammer's
Frankenstein films, and as Professor van Helsing in Hammer's
Dracula films (opposite
Christopher Lee as Dracula).