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‘Star Wars’ Introduces Its First Transgender Storm Trooper—But Not Everyone Is Happy

A group of stormtroopers stands in formation on a futuristic set, embodying the timeless Star Wars saga. Overlaid is the iconic logo on a flag with blue, pink, and white stripes, symbolizing transgender pride.

In a groundbreaking addition to the beloved Star Wars universe, the franchise has incorporated a transgender stormtrooper character named Sister. This character is notable for wearing armor painted in the pink and blue colors of the transgender flag, visually representing a significant step toward inclusivity within a saga long known for its imaginative narratives and diverse characters. The introduction of ...

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Star Wars Finally Confirms How the Jedi Survived Emperor Palpatine’s Order 66

Palpatine (L) and Anakin Skywalker (R)

The Star Wars universe has been continuously expanding over the past two decades, introducing new stories, characters, and layers of complexity to the saga. From TV shows and video games to novels and comics, and even Disney’s own sequel trilogy, the galaxy far, far away has seen a wealth of new content. However, few events in this ever-evolving narrative have ...

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‘Star Wars’ to “Reframe” the Ending of ‘Return of the Jedi’ for Recently Announced New Republic Trilogy

Princess Leia (Carrie Fisher) and Han Solo (Harrison Ford) getting arrested by stormtroopers in 'Return of the Jedi'

According to The Hollywood Reporter, The Walt Disney Company has reportedly canceled the highly anticipated fourth season of The Mandalorian. This decision has emerged as part of a broader strategy overhaul within Lucasfilm, which is seemingly moving towards focusing on big-screen projects over its Disney+ offerings. Industry reports suggest that the resources allocated for the fourth season have been redirected ...

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The Cultural Backlash: Was It Fair To Blame ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte?’

The Acolyte Canceled

The production of The Acolyte began with optimism but quickly spiraled into financial turmoil. Initial cost estimates suggested a manageable budget, but reality revealed a far different story. Forbes indicated that the series had ballooned in production costs, eventually reaching a staggering $230.1 million, which was over $50 million above what Lucasfilm had previously disclosed. This overspend highlights a significant ...

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Disney Parks Guests Be Warned of Government Regulations Now in Effect

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The U.S. government has issued new regulations impacting Disney World and Disneyland; guests, be advised before your next trip! Visiting Walt Disney World Resort is definitely not an inexpensive feature. Between transportation, lodging, theme park tickets, meals, and souvenirs, a visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth can set you back a couple of thousand dollars — particularly when ...

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Disney in Hot Water for Digitally Adding Deceased Actor to ‘Star Wars’ Without Approval

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The return of one actor from the classic Star Wars trilogy sparked controversy in 2016—and it’s sparking even more controversy today. Back in 2016, Disney committed what we still consider to be one of the boldest acts of its Star Wars ownership to date. For the first time in Star Wars history, it released a standalone film—not a trilogy installment—that linked with ...

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James Earl Jones, Legendary Voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, Passes Away

A dark figure clad in black armor and a flowing cape stands menacingly. The iconic character wears a black helmet with a respirator mask. The background features a futuristic setting with numerous small lights, giving it a space-station-like appearance.

There is some very sad news coming out of Hollywood on this September day. Actor James Earl Jones, the voice behind Mufasa in Disney’s 1994 film The Lion King and the villainous Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise, has died at the age of 93. His death was confirmed by his representatives at Independent Artist Group. Related: ‘Star Wars’ Actor ...

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Disney Restricts ‘Bluey,’ ’Star Wars,’ ‘Descendants,’ Shuts Down Streaming Access

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Disney is shutting down numerous streaming apps and effectively charging customers double to watch popular shows like Bluey and Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, as well as hit original movies like Descendants: The Rise of Red. Disney: Losing the Streaming Wars The Walt Disney Company dived headfirst into the streaming wars in 2019 when it launched Disney+, the app that ...

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“I Can’t Do This Anymore” ‘Star Wars’ Icon Reveals Life-Threatening Medical Diagnosis

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Star Wars icon Daisy Ridley has come forward in a new profile to reveal that she has been diagnosed with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune disorder with life-changing effects. Daisy Ridley first came to global prominence in J.J. Abrams’ The Force Awakens (2015), the first in the Disney-produced Star Wars sequel trilogy. The British actress had been largely unknown before taking ...

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