Jodie Foster revealed on "The Tonight Show" that she turned down the role of Princess Leia in "Star Wars" because she was already under contract for a Disney movie at the time. The role ultimately went to Carrie Fisher, who became iconic as Princess Leia. Foster's revelation has sparked interest and speculation among fans, and she is currently promoting her roles in the Netflix film "Nyad" and the upcoming fourth season of HBO's "True Detective."
Jodie Foster revealed on "The Tonight Show" that she turned down the role of Princess Leia in "Star Wars" due to a contract conflict with a Disney movie, potentially "Freaky Friday." The role ultimately went to Carrie Fisher, who portrayed the iconic character in multiple films. Foster praised Fisher's performance and is currently promoting her roles in the Netflix film "Nyad" and the fourth season of HBO's "True Detective."
A dress worn by Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchise failed to sell at auction, disappointing fans and collectors of movie memorabilia. The iconic white dress, worn by the late actress Carrie Fisher in the original 1977 film, was expected to fetch a high price, but no bids were made during the auction.
The iconic white gown worn by Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in the first "Star Wars" film failed to sell at auction, despite expectations of fetching $1.96 million. The gown, thought to have been lost, was rediscovered and restored after being stored in a London attic. While other props from films such as "Poltergeist" and "Blade Runner" sold above their estimated prices, the Star Wars gown did not find a buyer.
Princess Leia's dress from the final scene in Star Wars Episode 4: A New Hope is up for auction and expected to sell for as much as $2 million. The dress was recently uncovered from an attic in London after it was thought lost for more than 40 years, and spent eight months being restored to its on-screen condition. The dress is currently sitting at $750,000 with bidding due to end June 28.
The dress worn by Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in the final scene of the original "Star Wars" has been discovered in a London attic and is now up for auction. The dress, designed by John Mollo, is the only surviving costume worn by Fisher in the film. It is made of cream lightweight silk fabric and includes intricate draping. Bidding started at $500,000, and the dress is expected to sell for between $1 million and $2 million.
The iconic white dress worn by Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in the final scene of the original 1977 “Star Wars” movie, “A New Hope,” was recently found in a London attic and will go up for sale at a live auction. The dress, which was believed to have been destroyed after filming, could sell for as much as $2 million. The dress was restored by textile conservators in London after being found in a "poor state". The auction for the dress, along with other TV and film memorabilia, will end on Friday.
The iconic white gown worn by Carrie Fisher in the final scene of "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope" is up for auction with a starting bid of $500,000. It is the only known Princess Leia costume from the original film in existence and is expected to fetch between $1 million and $2 million. The gown was recently discovered after being tucked away in a London attic for years and underwent a meticulous restoration. The auction will also feature 1,400 Hollywood costumes, props, and movie paraphernalia, including Batman's motorcycle and a shield used by Brad Pitt in "Troy."
The ceremonial dress worn by Princess Leia in the final scene of "Star Wars" will be up for auction along with other props from "Poltergeist" and "Harry Potter." The dress was found in a London attic and is expected to sell for $1 million.
The iconic white gown worn by Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia in "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope" is up for auction and could sell for up to $2 million. The dress is the only known Princess Leia costume from the original film and was discovered in poor condition in a London attic before undergoing a meticulous restoration. The gown was worn by Fisher during the film's final scene as she presented medals of honor to Luke Skywalker and Han Solo.
Rumors suggest that Dave Filoni's upcoming Star Wars movie will feature the return of Alden Ehrenreich as Han Solo and a new actress playing Princess Leia. The details of the plot are unknown, but fans are excited to see what Filoni has in store for the beloved franchise.
As "Return of the Jedi" celebrates its 40th anniversary, it remains the coolest "Star Wars" finale for several reasons. Luke Skywalker's hero quest and Anakin Skywalker's evolution are still memorable, while Admiral Ackbar's "It's a trap" line became a popular meme. Princess Leia's bikini has evolved from demeaning to empowering, and the Ewoks added a ton of personality to the film. Finally, "Jedi" is the best "Star Wars" closing chapter, with a satisfying catharsis and an awesome celebration of the fall of the Empire.
Carrie Fisher was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, with her daughter Billie Lourd in attendance. Lourd spoke about her mother's impact on the world, both through her iconic role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise and her openness about her struggles with addiction and mental illness. Mark Hamill also spoke at the ceremony, sharing memories of his friendship with Fisher. The event was not without controversy, as Fisher's brother and half-sisters were not invited and expressed their disappointment publicly.
May 4th is celebrated as "Star Wars Day" and there are several ways to celebrate it, including watching the movies and TV shows, listening to John Williams' scores, and honoring the late actress Carrie Fisher, who played Princess Leia, with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Actress Carrie Fisher, known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise, will be posthumously honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on May 4, also known as Star Wars Day. Fisher's star will be the 2,754th in the Motion Pictures category and will be unveiled beside the El Capitan Theatre. Her daughter, Billie Lourd, will accept the star on her behalf. The ceremony will be streamed live on walkoffame.com.
