Mark Hamill Takes a Stance Amidst Disney Vs. DeSantis Feud

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At this point, the feud between the Walt Disney Company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has been ongoing for over a year, without a clear winner in sight just yet. Now that a couple of lawsuits have begun, the entanglement has gotten even more complicated and is sure to last an even longer time.

HOLLYWOOD, CA – MARCH 08: Actor Mark Hamill is honored with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 8, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

It’s hard to believe that the feud began with the Parental Rights in Education Act. This bill was passed in February 2022, when Bob Chapek was still the CEO of the Walt Disney Company.

At first, CEO Bob Chapek attempted to stay out of the politics. But after the Walt Disney Company faced pressure from its vast arsenal of employees and fans alike, he changed his tune. Governor Ron DeSantis has been exacting his revenge ever since.

A year and a half later, Reedy Creek Improvement District has been replaced with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. The main difference between Disney’s former Reedy Creek Improvement District and the new board is that Governor Ron DeSantis gets to hand-pick the members of the board.

Now, the Walt Disney Company is suing DeSantis and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD) for retaliating after the company exercised its right to the First Amendment (freedom of speech). DeSantis and the CFTOD are now counter-suing the Walt Disney Company in what has become one of the pettiest legal battles ever seen.

Amidst the legal battles, Governor Ron DeSantis is currently running for president, campaigning all around the country. As he campaigns, however, one of history’s greatest heroes chimes in: Luke Skywalker, himself.

Of course, we’re talking about Mark Hamill, the legendary actor who brought the character to life.

Ron DeSantis recently made a social media post, asking the people of America if they supported his plans to run for president. Mark Hamill outspokenly responded:

Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) Passes at Age 74

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Peter Mayhew, the actor best known for playing the character Chewbacca in the “Star Wars” movie series, died on Tuesday, his family announced on his Twitter page. He was 74 years old.

Mayhew’s cause of death is unclear at this time.

“The family of Peter Mayhew, with deep love and sadness, regrets to share the news that Peter has passed away. He left us the evening of April 30, 2019 with his family by his side in his North Texas home,” the tweet posted on Thursday said.

“He fought his way back from being wheelchair-bound to stand tall and portray Chewbacca once more in Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” the family said, adding that Mayhew served as a consultant for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” in order to “teach his successor.”

“He put his heart and soul into the role of Chewbacca and it showed in every frame of the films from his knock kneed running, firing his bowcaster from the hip, his bright blue eyes, down to each subtle movement of his head and mouth,” the statement said. “But, to him, the Star Wars family meant so much more to him than a role in a film.”

A native of London, the 7-foot-3 Mayhew played Chewbacca, sidekick to Han Solo, in the original Star Wars trilogy. He resumed the role in two more installments, Revenge of the Sith in 2005 and The Force Awakens in 2015.

Mayhew used his fame in support of several nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping veterans and families and children in need. His Peter Mayhew Foundation was dedicated to “the alleviation of pain, disease and suffering,” by supporting other charitable organizations.

Tweets from co-stars have poured in since his passing.

Mark Hamill:

“He was the gentlest of giants-A big man with an even bigger heart who never failed to make me smile & a loyal friend who I loved dearly-I’m grateful for the memories we shared & I’m a better man for just having known him. Thanks Pete #RIPPeterMayhew#Heartbroken”

Harrison Ford:

“Peter Mayhew was a kind and gentle man, possessed of great dignity and noble character. These aspects of his own personality, plus his wit and grace, he brought to Chewbacca. We were partners in film and friends in life for over 30 years and I loved him. He invested his soul in the character and brought great pleasure to the Star Wars audience.”

George Lucas:

“Peter was a wonderful man. He was the closest any human being could be to a Wookiee: big heart, gentle nature — and I learned to always let him win. He was a good friend, and I’m saddened by his passing.”