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Jeff Rooks

Rooks is an SEO strategist, copywriter, and content editor who occasionally masquerades as a designer, photographer, brewer, or cook. A lifelong Star Wars geek, his earliest memories are playing with Kenner action figures while watching the Original Trilogy on VHS. Aside from keeping up with the latest Star Wars content, he enjoys living out his own Star Wars story at Galaxy's Edge East. Rooks is passionate about cooking and loves discussing and occasionally writing about food, beer, and cocktails. Never far from his emotional support laptop, you can often find him hammering out words at local coffee shops or breweries around Orlando. His other interests include starting a new hobby every week, watching old Columbo episodes, and avoiding folding the laundry. Aside from Star Wars, his fandoms include the MCU, Harry Potter, Battlestar Galactica, and the Lord of the Rings.

All of the Star Wars recasts explained. Look at the top characters recast like Mon Mothma, Lando Calrissian, Han Solo, and more portrayed by Caroline Blakiston, Genevieve O'Reilly, Donald Glover, Billy Dee Williams, Harrison Ford, and Alden Ehrenreich. Disney / Lucasfilm

Star Wars Recast: Every Major Character Played by a New Actor

Over five decades, Star Wars has recast dozens of characters across films, series, and animation. From Ewan McGregor’s Obi-Wan to Rosario Dawson’s Ahsoka and Marjorie Eaton’s Emperor Palpatine to Jimmy Smits’ Bail Organa, let’s explore all the major characters recasted in the Star Wars universe.

What Happens to Dedra Meero at the End of Andor?

Dedra Meero’s downfall in Andor Season Two is one of the show’s most powerful twists. Once a rising ISB star, she ends the series as a prisoner of the very regime she served. This deep-dive explores her arrest, imprisonment, and the brutal irony behind her final scenes.

A screenshot from the climactic battle on Geonosis in 2002's Attack of the Clones.

How Many Different Lightsaber Colors Are There and What Do They Mean?

Lightsabers aren’t just weapons, they’re reflections of each Force user’s identity. From blue’s stoic bravery to red’s corrupted rage, each color tells a story. This guide breaks down every lightsaber hue in canon and Legends, revealing their meanings and the iconic characters who wield them.

Andor series title card from StarWars.com (Disney / Lucasfilm)

When Does Andor Take Place in the Star Wars Timeline?

The new Disney+ Star Wars series Andor takes place in 5 BBY, five years before Rogue One. A prequel to the film, the series focuses on Cassian Andor during his early days with the Rebellion. Here is where Andor fits in the Star Wars timeline, plus what you need to know before you start watching.

How To Make a Sliced Eopie Wrap at Home (Copycat Recipe)

Enjoy the flavors of the May the Fourth Celebration at home with our copycat Sliced Eopie Wrap recipe. Make with tender pork, spicy capicola ham, and spiced broccoli rabe, it’s the perfect treat anytime you need a trip to a galaxy far, far away.

Bail Organa recast for Andor Season 2. Actor Jimmy Smits as Bail Organa in Rogue One and Benjamin Bratt as Organa in Andor Season 2.

Why Did They Recast Bail Organa in Andor Season 2?

The Bail Organa recast in Andor Season 2 surprised fans, with Benjamin Bratt taking over for longtime actor Jimmy Smits. The change wasn’t due to controversy or death, but simply scheduling conflicts. Instead of CGI, Andor Creator Tony Gilroy and Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy opted for a fresh performance.

The May the Fourth be With You lightsaber meetup hosted by the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Discord at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Star Wars Day in 2022

May the 4th Be With You: What Is Star Wars Day?

A pun on may the Force be with you, May the Fourth is arguably the most popular celebration within the Star Wars fandom. What started as an unofficial fan holiday is now celebrated by Lucasfilm and the Disney Parks. Here is everything you need to know about celebrating Star Wars Day.

Dedre Meero's Age: As the icy ISB Supervisor and a key antagonist in Andor, Dedra Meero’s age has become a source of speculation—and potential controversy.

How Old Is Dedra Meero in Andor?

Many Star Wars fans are questioning Dedra Meero’s age after a surprising line in Season Two. As the icy ISB Supervisor and a key antagonist in Andor, her age has become a source of speculation — and potential controversy. Let’s dissect that quote to figure out how old she is in Andor.