
Mark Hamill Joins Lego, Star Wars Turns 50
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Mark Hamill, known for his role as Luke Skywalker, shares his experiences bringing his kids to Star Wars sets. His son Nathan enjoyed the sets, while Griffin found them too commercial. Hamill now works with Lego, promoting their new Star Wars sets with SMART Play tech. Hes always been a toy enthusiast, collecting childhood items and Star Wars merchandise. The Star Wars franchise turns 50, with Kathleen Kennedy stepping down and Dave Filoni taking over. The first new Star Wars movie in nearly seven years, The Mandalorian and Grogu, releases in May 2023, and the original film will re-release in February 2027 to celebrate the anniversary.
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