Peter Diamond

Peter Diamond was an English actor and stuntman who trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. Born in Durham, he became known for stunt work in television and film. In Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope he played the Tusken Raider who attacks Luke Skywalker, and he also worked on The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. His film credits include several Carry On films, Never Let Go, From Russia with Love, Dracula: Prince of Darkness, An American Werewolf in London, Raiders of the Lost Ark and Highlander (1986). In the 1960s he was a frequent contributor to Doctor Who, arranging fights and acting. His television work also took in The Saint, The Avengers, Last of the Summer Wine and Heartbeat, and he worked as stunt coordinator and swordmaster on the 1990 series Zorro, appearing in three episodes and directing eight.