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Mark Hamill, the iconic Star Wars actor, expressed disinterest in participating in Marvel movies, stating he's at a stage in his career where he prefers roles that surprise him and that he no longer has the motivation to pursue blockbuster hero roles, focusing instead on voiceover work and unique projects like 'The Long Walk.'
Mark Hamill, at 73, is experiencing a career renaissance with diverse on-camera roles and a focus on voice work, moving beyond his iconic Luke Skywalker persona and embracing new opportunities in film and television, while reflecting on his career and political views.
The Trump administration criticized Mark Hamill for considering leaving the U.S. after Trump's re-election, linking his decision to Rosie O'Donnell's move to Ireland, amid their longstanding feud and Hamill's criticism of Trump.
Mark Hamill considered leaving the U.S. for London or Ireland after Donald Trump's reelection in 2024, but was convinced to stay by his wife. Despite his decision to remain, he remains critical of Trump's presidency and the state of American politics, expressing concern about the country's direction and the influence of the MAGA crowd.
Mark Hamill considered leaving the US after Trump's 2024 election victory but was convinced to stay by his wife's clever remark, reflecting his ongoing criticism of Trump and concern about America's political future.
Mark Hamill clarified that he has no feud with Rian Johnson despite initial criticisms of his portrayal of Luke Skywalker in 'The Last Jedi,' praising Johnson as a talented director and explaining that his own backstory for Luke was darker than what was shown in the film.
Mark Hamill experienced a wardrobe malfunction at the BAFTAs when his pants fell down due to a safety pin failure, leading to an embarrassing moment where he locked eyes with Demi Moore, but he maintained professionalism and was praised by Timothée Chalamet for his composure.
Mark Hamill recalls Carrie Fisher encouraging him to embrace his Star Wars fame, reminding him of his iconic role as Luke Skywalker and emphasizing the importance of accepting his identity in the franchise. Despite his gratitude, Hamill has no plans to return to the role, focusing instead on the future of the franchise and new characters.
Mark Hamill, known for his iconic role as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars, initially downplayed his association with the franchise but has since embraced it, highlighting his diverse career including voice acting as the Joker and his reflections on returning for new Star Wars films.
Mark Hamill faced backlash after comparing Donald Trump's election to the Pearl Harbor attack, using the phrase "a Day That Will Live In Infamy." While his comment received support on the liberal-leaning Bluesky platform, it was criticized on X, with users accusing him of being consumed by "darkness" and opposing democracy. Hamill, a vocal critic of Trump and supporter of Kamala Harris, has previously been criticized for his remarks about Trump.
Mark Hamill delighted fans by posing with Natalie Portman, who played his onscreen mother in Star Wars, at the Golden Globes. Despite his iconic role as Luke Skywalker, Hamill expressed reluctance to reprise the character, stating that he sees no reason to do so. Portman, who starred in the Star Wars prequels, has continued to have a successful career in Hollywood.
Mark Hamill shared a photo of himself meeting Natalie Portman, who played the younger version of Padmé Amidala, Luke Skywalker's mother, in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, at the 2024 Golden Globes. This long-awaited family reunion delighted Star Wars fans, as Hamill presented an award and Portman was nominated for Best Actress. Hamill has expressed that he may have concluded his role as Luke Skywalker, but fans continue to celebrate the iconic franchise.
Mark Hamill, known for his role as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars, has partnered with the US State Department to create a six-part video series about space. The series covers various space innovations, including microbes, astronaut fitness, water filtration, and farming in space. Hamill, who is not being paid for his involvement, will share the videos on his social media platforms, which have a combined 11.7 million followers. The State Department aims to promote its efforts in space exploration and the Artemis Accords, which standardize international space exploration.
Mark Hamill's character, Arthur Pym, a.k.a. the "Pym Reaper," makes his entrance in a sneak peek of Netflix's upcoming miniseries, The Fall of the House of Usher. The clip reveals the Usher family's legal troubles and the emergence of a shape-shifting demon seeking to kill the heirs to the Usher fortune. The series, inspired by Edgar Allan Poe's works, follows the Usher family's attempts to protect their dynasty while dealing with internal leaks and external threats. The Fall of the House of Usher premieres on October 12th.
Arleen Sorkin, the original voice actress for Harley Quinn in Batman: The Animated Series, has passed away at the age of 67. Mark Hamill and James Gunn led tributes to Sorkin, with Hamill describing her as a brilliant talent and a wonderful person. Other voice actors and industry figures also expressed their condolences and praised Sorkin's contribution to the iconic character of Harley Quinn. Tara Strong, who took over the role of Harley Quinn after Sorkin's retirement, pledged to donate the proceeds from her autograph sales to a domestic violence charity in honor of the character's origins as an abused woman.