Mark Hamill Endorses Dave Filoni as the New Leader of Star Wars After Kathleen Kennedy's Departure

Variety · 2026-04-07
Mark Hamill Endorses Dave Filoni as the New Leader of Star Wars After Kathleen Kennedy's Departure

In a recent interview with USA Today, Mark Hamill expressed his support for Dave Filoni, who has taken on a significant leadership role at Lucasfilm following Kathleen Kennedy's exit. Hamill praised Filoni's creative vision and leadership capabilities, emphasizing that he could not think of better hands for the Star Wars franchise. This endorsement comes in the wake of mixed reactions to the sequel trilogy, particularly ‘The Last Jedi’. With Filoni's extensive experience in the Star Wars universe, many fans and insiders are optimistic about the future direction of the franchise under his guidance. As Lucasfilm seeks to redefine its narrative approach, Hamill's confidence in Filoni signals a hopeful new chapter for the beloved saga.