News about Mark Hamill

Can Mark Hamill help Biden's dwindling polls? Luke Skywalker himself shows up at White House for Star Wars day on May the Fourth ... and gives Joe a new nickname

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 3, 2024
Is there 'a new hope' for President Joe Biden 's reelection campaign? Star Wars star Mark Hamill made a surprise appearance Friday in the White House briefing room and revealed to reporters he had just gotten a tour of the Oval Office from Biden himself. Hamill, a vocal liberal on Twitter , praised the president's record and debuted a potential new Biden nickname.

May the 2nd be with you! Sadiq Khan wins Luke Skywalker's backing to remain mayor of London as Star Wars actor Mark Hamill urges voters to support the Labour politician tomorrow

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 1, 2024
Sadiq Khan is being backed by Luke Skywalker ahead of tomorrow's London mayoral election - with actor Mark Hamill urging voters to support the Labour politician. The Hollywood star claimed a vote for Mr Khan was a vote 'for a fairer, safer & greener London' in a post to his millions of social media followers. The 72-year-old, best known for playing Skywalker - a Jedi - in the Star Wars films, hailed the incumbent mayor as a 'driving force in cleaning up London's air'. Hamill also spoke of how he lived in the capital 'for years' while filming, with his first child Nathan born in St John's Wood. Mr Khan is bidding for an historic third term as London mayor at Thursday's mayoral election. A final Savanta survey showed Mr Khan leading Tory rival Susan Hall by 10 percentage points ahead of polling stations opening tomorrow morning. The Labour mayor's re-election bid has been dogged by continuing anger at his expansion of London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to all boroughs. Ms Hall has claimed that Mr Khan is plotting new 'pay-per-mile' charges for London drivers if he wins a new term, although he has strenuously denied this.

Lupita Nyong'o looks phenomenal in a glitzy gold gown as she accepts Star of the Year honor at CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards in Las Vegas

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 12, 2024
Lupita Nyong'o brought the glitz and glamour to the CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on Thursday night. The Oscar-winner, 41, hit the red carpet in a sparkly gold gown that showed off her runway-worthy figure. Lupita's show-stopping frock had a sexy low back and dainty spaghetti straps.

The 10 worst movie sequels of all time REVEALED - as ranked by IMDb reviews

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 9, 2024
Movie watchers have spoken and ranked the worst sequels of all time - with some surprising results given the box office success. Digg recently pulled March 2024 statistics from casino.ca about the worst movie sequels of all time based on IMDb reviews. According to casino.ca, the list comes from more than 100,000 reviews on IMDb that contain keywords like 'disappointing,' 'boring' and 'trash.' Although the critics and moviegoers have made up their minds, the IMDb users have too and their selections of the worst sequels may be surprising.

This weekend, we have the 20 best shows to watch On Demand

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 15, 2024
In our reviewers' picks of the 20 best shows to watch right now, an Oscar-nominated film, racy Royals, and comedies are among the 20 best shows to watch on Demand right now. Find out what to watch this weekend by clicking here to find out what to expect this weekend.

Natalie Portman meets with Star Wars legend Mark Hamill for the first time after he announced his exile from his husband amid rumors of cheating allegations

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 12, 2024
When visiting Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC, Natalie Portman gushed about being greeted with Mark Hamill and Martin Short for the first time on Thursday. Kimmel, 56, asked the 42-year-old actress, who looked stunning in a little black dress while promoting her latest Netflix film May December, for the first time.

Stars Wars icon Mark Hamill delights fans as he poses with Queen Amidala actress Natalie Portman at 2024 Golden Globes: 'Now I have finally met my mother!'

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 8, 2024
On Sunday, Star Wars veteran Mark Hamill entertained fans as he posed with his on-screen mother Natalie Portman at the Golden Globes. As he met Portman, 42, backstage, who played Luke and Princess Padmé Amidala in the three Star Wars prequels, the actor, 72, said he had 'finally met his "mother."

Have a crack at the Mail On Sunday's Quiz of the Year: Who called Sir Keir a jellyfish?Did a Tory Minister really say that children prefer sprouts to sweets?And which oh-so-woke, bankrupt council found cash to rename a street Diversity Grove?

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 30, 2023
The Mail On Sunday's Quiz of the Year: Do you know how turnips played a role in British politics this year or how Grant Shapps doctored a photograph?How did South Park parody Prince Harry's memoir spare?

War is NOT over! Watch Ukraine soldiers perform their own versions of Christmas favorites, including Let It Snow and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, which were adapted to celebrate. In bomb-shattered Bakhmut, Ukraine troops sang of Let It Snow and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas

www.dailymail.co.uk, December 23, 2023
A video singing modified Christmas favorites from Ukrainian troops on war-weary frontlines in Bakhmut have been released, including Happy Xmas (War Is Over), Let It Snow, and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas. Nine soldiers assemble in a dugout outside the beleaguered city of eastern Ukraine, against the backdrop of civilian buildings demolished by Russian invaders. They were also photographed in Lyman, liberated in last October, and Kostiantynivka, a town nine miles from the front-line. 'People gradually distance themselves from other people's problems during the holiday season,' Inna Korolenko, a combat medic for nearly two years, said. I would very much like this initiative to make the world aware that the war is not over, and that it is essential to get involved as much as possible.

Ivanka Trump leads a slew of Hollywood celebrities, including Madonna, Natalie Portman, Mark Hamill, who all stand behind Israel after the deadly Hamas attack

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 9, 2023
Madonna and Natalie Portman, among other A-list celebrities, have joined Ivanka Trump in retorting the state of Israel as the country faces the country's worst terrorist attack in history. Over 700 people have been killed in Israel since the terror began over the weekend, and the words of support have come as a result. 'Ivanka, who converted to Judaism when she married her husband, Jared Kushner, an Orthodox Jew, in 2009, shared a note on her Instagram Story.'

Arleen Sorkin, a 67-year-old alum and original Harley Quinn voice actor, died on days Of Our Lives as Mark Hamill and James Gunn lead tributes to the'very talented' actor

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 27, 2023
Arleen Sorkin, who is best known for her appearances on Days Of Our Lives and as the first voice actress of Harley Quinn, has died at the age of 67. On Saturday, voice actor Neil Kaplan first revealed the sad news as he paid a loving tribute to the late actor on Twitter. The announcement of her death follows after Bob Barker, a Price Is Right actor, died on Saturday at the age of 99.

Do YOU know the cartoon characters portrayed by these actors as the voice of Super Mario fades after 27 years?

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 23, 2023
Mila Kunis of Aristocetis lends her trademark husky voice to... and which unexpected villain does Mark Hamill bring to life with his vocal appearance? Here's how to recognize the person in charge of the recording booth. Nancy Cartwright, Tom Kenny, Mila Kunis, Sarah Natochenny, Will Arnett, and Don Messick are pictured from left to right.

A 'possessed child porn too graphic and fantasy fueled' for prosecutors to address in court, according to a Star Wars impersonator named 'Fluke Skywalker.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 21, 2023
According to legal records, John Stevens, 59, who makes regular appearances as Jedi Master Luke Skywalker, was arrested and charged in Cincinnati, Ohio, on eight counts of pandering sexually related allegations involving a minor. Multiple 'fantasy fuelled' pictures and videos were discovered on Stevens' phone, involving adult men and very young female children,' according to prosecutors. As Mark Hamill's character, the Skywalker impersonator had been attending local children's charitable functions for years. The information on Stevens' phone was 'too profane to say out loud in front of the media,' according to investigators.

Princess Leia frock was discovered in a plastic bag covered in food, worth £600,000

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 28, 2023
A crew member of filming at Pinewood Studios, Buckinghamshire, had taken the gown home and only wore it once - to a fancy dress party, where it was ruined and stained. It has since been worn by Fisher in 1977's 'Star Wars: A New Hope,' and is the only Princess outfit from the film ever discovered. Now after an eight-month professional cleaning and restoration process that cost thousands of pounds, bids for Propstore memorabilia in Los Angeles, which is set to end tonight, are still on the subject.

On CBS Sunday Morning, Mark Hamill, 71, says he has no "appointment" to play Luke Skywalker again

www.dailymail.co.uk, June 5, 2023
During an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Mark Hamill said he did not feel there is no 'aim' to portray Luke Skywalker again, but he is open to returning to the role. In Malibu, California, the 71-year-old Star Wars actor spoke with CBS News Sunday Morning reporter Tracy Smith, 54, at his home above the sea. 'I had my time, and that's fine,' Hamill said of his appearance in the Force-enabled hero. 'But that's enough.'

Mark Hamill reveals he and Carrie Fisher had 'tumultuous relationship' that was 'special' connection

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 26, 2023
Mark Hamill has made it to the promotional trail for his latest action comedy film The Machine, which will be available in theaters on Friday, May 26. And though the actor has appeared in hundreds of roles dating back to the 1970s, the subject of the most enduring Star Wars franchise is Luke Skywalker. Hamill dished about The Machine on this day, denying he'never read anything like it', his family life as a father, and his tumultuous relationship with his father.

In a film adaptation of Stephen King's The Life Of Chuck, Mark Hamill and Tom Hiddleston will appear

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 9, 2023
Mark Hamill, a star of the Wars, and Loki actor Tom Hiddleston have been selected to appear in a film adaptation of Stephen King's short story The Life Of Chuck. According to an article published on Deadline on Monday, Hamill, who plays Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, will play Albie, while Hiddleston, 42, will play the title role. The Life Of Chuck is based on the tale of the same name from King's 2020 series of four previously unreleased novellas titled If It Bleeds.

At the unveiling of Billie Lourd, the late mother Carrie Fisher is recognized

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 4, 2023
Billie Lourd wore a gown starring her mother's most legendary role and a warm smile as she commemorated Carrie Fisher's life and career on Thursday with the unveiling of the late Star Wars actress' on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The 30-year-old Booksmart actress was joined at the unveiling of by Carrie's longtime friend and Star Wars costar Mark Hamill, who was almost as ecstatic as Billie. The celebration was held on May 4, exactly on time for Fisher, who died on December 27, 2016, at the age of 60, as the celebration took place on Star Wars Day.'May the Force be with you,' says the official motto.'

Fans of Star Wars are raving over Mark Hamill's appearance in the 'best ever' trailer for a new action game

www.dailymail.co.uk, April 28, 2023
Mark Hamill appeared in the hilarious trailer for EA Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, where he coached Cameron Monaghan on his Jedi skills. When the pair worked together, fans of the franchise praised the clip as the 'best ever' trailer,' saying that the video 'warmed their hearts beyond belief.' Mark, 71, was among Luke Skywalker's films in 1977's Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, last starring the role.

Mark Hamill, a Luke Skywalker actor, pays homage to Ewok actor Paul Grant, who died at the age of 56

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 22, 2023
Mark Hamill (left), who is best known for his role as leading actor Luke Skywalker, died on Monday on Twitter in honor of co-star Paul Grant (right), who died on Monday at the age of 56. 'My heartfelt condolences to Paul's loved ones and followers,' he posted just after 5 p.m. GMT today.' He had a long and varied career, but saying goodbye to a member of the #StarWars family is always sad.'

The 'King of the Dwarfs' who suffered with alcohol and opioids after his career as a performer

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 21, 2023
Paul Grant (right), who played in major Hollywood blockbusters (lower inset, Star Wars), will call himself the 'King of the Dwarfs', owing to his diminutive physical appearance. But the darker side of fame came into sharper focus as his death was declared yesterday, sparking an avalanche of tributes. It could be made no clearer picture (left) taken in 2014 while still consuming alcohol and using cocaine.

As he talks about his fight with alcohol, Paul Grant's heartbreaking final words: "I need to avoid doing this."

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 20, 2023
Just weeks before his death, Paul Grant admitted that he had been 'drinking too much' and that he'd 'blowing' his Star Wars fortune. In an interview with King's Cross station last month (left), the actor outlined how he had invested his money on sex workers and drugs. It was'my last day of drinking,' he said, adding, 'I need to avoid doing this.' On Thursday afternoon, the father-of-three was found dead outside the same station. He was rushed to the hospital where he had been declared brain dead. His life support unit was turned off on Sunday, according to his 'devastated' family. His cause of death has yet to be revealed.

Paul Grant's at 56 years old, he was a troubled boy who went back to alcohol and opioids

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 20, 2023
Paul Grant, a star Wars and Harry Potter actor who died at the age of 56, is mourning the loss of his cast members (left and right). The father-of-three was discovered dead outside King's Cross station by police on Thursday afternoon, according to his family. Paul, who starred alongside Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill in Return of the Jedi, was admitted brain dead to the hospital.

Paul Grant, a 56-year-old actor from Star Wars and Harry Potter, has died at the age of 56

www.dailymail.co.uk, March 20, 2023
Paul Grant, an actor, died at the age of 56, according to his family. The father-of-three was discovered dead outside Kings' Cross station by police on Thursday afternoon, according to family members. Paul, who appeared alongside Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill in Return of the Jedi, was admitted brain dead in hospital. But Paul's life support device was switched off on Sunday, according to his family. In a touching tribute, Maria de Silva referred to Paul as the love of her life.