Topps Digital Releases Lineup of Guests for WinterCon 202, February 25-28
Topps Digital have released their lineup of guests for WinterCon 2021, February 25th and 28th, with talent from Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, WWE and the World of Sports. Star Wars guests include Katee Sackoff and Sasha Banks from The Mandalorian.
Make-up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild Nominate The Mandalorian for Two Awards
Congratulations to the team behind The Mandalorian for nominations for two awards for Best Period and/or Character Makeup for a Television Series, Mini-Series or New Media and Best Special Make-Up Effects for a Television Series, Mini-Series or New Media.
Kathleen Kennedy on the 2021 Scientific and Technical Awards
A message from President of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy, on Science & Technology at this year's Scientific & Technical Awards.
Wales Comic Con: Telford Takeover Returns November 20/21 2021
Wales Comic Con: Telford Takeover will return, after all adults in the UK have hopefully had their COVID vaccines, on November 20th/21st, 2021.
Capital Sci-Fi Con 2021 Returns as Virtual Event on March 13th
Capital Sci-Fi Con is set to return for a sixth year on Saturday 13th March 2021 and will be held virtually for the very first time, attracting audiences across the globe.
Star Wars Wins All Awards Nominated For and Toy of the Year 2021
The Toy Association has just revealed the winners for the Toy of the Year (TOTY) 2021 Awards, with Star Wars winning in all the categories it was nominated in.
Key Star Wars Takeaways from Disney’s First Quarter 2021 Earnings Call
As part of Disney's first quarter earning call yesterday, CEO Bob Chapek mentioned Star Wars a few times during the presentation in relation to the Disney+ show The Book of Boba Fett and the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser hotel at WDW.
Meet the Most Impressive Winners of the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Contest
Last December, Star Wars: Force for Change, FIRST, and the LEGO Group announced the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Contest in celebration of the release of the LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special on Disney+.
Jedi News Asks Hasbro – Group Q&A Session February 2021
We asked Hasbro about the the Vintage Collection cardback for Paploo, the 50th anniversary Lucasfilm logo on cardbacks and bubbles, the issues with Walmart, and more. See what they said....
Ian McDiarmid to Sign for Star Wars Autograph Universe (SWAU)
Star Wars Autograph Universe (SWAU) have announced a signing with Ian McDiarmid, with pre-orders available now.
Take Cover – Chapter 2: Episode 23 – Bounty Hunters Special #SWPD2021
Take Cover returns with episode 23, join Steve Galloway with Mark Alders & Kat Rees-Jauke to talk with writer Ethan Sacks and artist Paolo Villanelli about their work on the Marvel Comics series, Bounty Hunters.
Writers Guild Nominate The Mandalorian for Outstanding Action Performance by Stunt Ensemble
In addition to Best Drama Series, The Mandalorian has also been nominated for Outstanding Action Performance by Stunt Ensemble by the Writers Guild of America.
Funko Target Con 2021 Launches February 26
An assortment of exclusive Funko items will be landing at Target later this month.
News on the World Championships for Star Wars Miniatures Games
Atomic Mass Games discuss the Star Wars Miniatures World Championships and the decision to postpone till 2022.
ILM To Receive Two Sci-Tech Awards from The Academy on February 13
ILM are set to receive two Sci-Tech awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on February 13th as part of a livestream on the Oscars website from 1pm PT, with Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy among the speakers.
The Mandalorian Nominated for Best Drama Series by Writers Guild of America
The plaudits keep on coming for The Mandalorian with a nomination for Best Drama Series from the Writers Guild of America. Congratulations to the whole team!
Droids Don’t Get Covid, but Humans Do – Anthony Daniels Gets COVID Vaccine
As the world emabrks on the biggest vaccine program ever, Anthony Daniels steps up to get his first COVID vaccine. Take Anthony's advice and get vaccinated when offered, it doesn't just protect you!
The Mandalorian Nominated for Best TV Drama Series at Golden Globes 2021
The Mandalorian has been voted for Best TV Drama Series at the Golden Globes 2021. There are some other noteworthy nominations for Star Wars alumni including Riz Ahmed, John Boyega and Ludwig Göransson.
The Mandalorian and Squadrons Get Nominated for 2nd Annual SCL Awards
The nominations for the 2nd Annual SCL Awards include Ludwig Göransson for The Mandalorian, and Gordy Haab for Star Wars: Squadrons. The winners will be announced on March 2nd, 2021.
New Guinness World Record Set for Building LEGO Millennium Falcon Micro Fighter
Haddon Haste, a 12-year-old from Louisville in Kentucky, USA, has broken the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to build the LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon micro fighter.
Cal Kestis Lightsaber Previewed at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Cal Kestis lightsaber from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order won last year's vote for the next lightsaber to be made available at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and yesterday (January 30th) it was previewed ahead of going on sale later this fall.
Hasbro Pulse Fan First Friday January 29, 2021: Black Series and Vintage Collection Pipeline
During today’s Hasbro Pulse Fan First Friday livestream event, Hasbro revealed a few of the figures coming to The Black Series and The Vintage Collection later in 2021 and 2022.
Star Wars Insider Celebrates 200 Issues
Titan Publishing announces the release of the landmark 200th issue of Star Wars Insider Magazine, on sale February 9th, 2021.
Meet Ashley Eckstein at Disney Springs on February 1st For Disney nuiMOs Collection Launch
Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars and the founder of the Her Universe, will be at Disney Springs on February 1st to celebrate the launch of her Disney nuiMOs collection.
Hasbro Fan First Friday Scheduled For January 29 to Celebrate Lucasfilm’s 50th Anniversary
Tune in next week for all the exciting reveals!
Funko Fair 2021 – New Pop! Series from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
The first virtual Funko Fair is underway and yesterday's first day brought lots of new Star Wars products as well as some new items from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker with four regular sized Pop! figures from the film's end and a 10-inch Babu Frik Pop!
Funko Fair 2021 – New Mystery Minis, Pocket Pop! Key Chains and Hoth Luke Exclusive
The first virtual Funko Fair is underway and day one brings us some new Mystery Minis from The Mandalorian, new Pop! Key Chains, new Pop! Pin Badges with characters from Return of the Jedi, and an exclusive Hoth Luke Skywalker Pop! with matching Pop! pin.
Star Wars Fan Fun Day May 2021 Cancelled
For the second year running the Star Wars Fan Fun Day in Burnley, scheduled for May 3rd 2021, is being cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
New Images of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Rooms at Walt Disney World
Jeff Vahle, President of Walt Disney World Resort, and Josh D’amaro, Parks & Resorts Chairman, recently toured the rooms of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Experience that is expected to open sometime in 2021 at Walt Disney World.
ReedPop to Add Virtual Component to Future Live Events
The company will be offering a new way for fans to experience their collection of events.
Funko Rings in New Year with Inaugural Funko Fair, Starting January 19th
Funko will be hosting their inaugural Funko Fair, running from January 19th to 29th, announcing new products from Funko and Loungefly -- including new Star Wars items!
Star Wars Identities: The Exhibition Opens in Singapore on January 30th, 2021
The excellent Star Wars Identities: The Exhibition continues its tour around the world with a stop in Singapore at the ArtScience Museum from January 30th to June 13th, 2021.
MCM Comic Con Sets UK Return for Late 2021
MCM Comic Con have announcved the resumption of physical events in the UK in 2021, with MCM London in late October, and MCM Birmingham in mid November.
Toy Fair New York 2021 Cancelled Due to Continuing COVID-19 Pandemic
The 2021 event has been officially cancelled as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreck havoc.
Rumor: Characters From The Mandalorian Could Be Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Will the Star Wars theme parks be getting a content update?