George Lucas celebrated his 80th birthday surrounded by his wife Mellody Hobson and around 150 of his closet friends at a star-studded party on Saturday, May 18th at Skywalker Ranch, with the event emceed by actor/comedian Steve Martin.
The festivities took place at the Skywalker Ranch, located roughly 40 minutes north of San Francisco, from 6 p.m. to midnight. Owned by Lucas, Skywalker Ranch is home to a main house, the man-made Lake Ewok, and Skywalker Sound, the 153,000-square-foot postproduction facility that has a 300-seat theater.
The guest list included Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Samuel L. Jackson, Tyler Perry, Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, Oprah Winfrey, Gayle King, Robert De Niro, Glenn Close, Queen Latifah, Kerry Washington, Steve Martin, Chris Rock, H.E.R., Alicia Keys, Don Henley, Jon Batiste, Swizz Beatz, Jon Favreau, and Warwick Davis.
There were around 100 to 150 people at the party, including Lucas’ friends and family.
Lucas’ wife, Mellody Hobson, “was an exceptional host, warmly greeting everyone at the party,” the source told The Post.
Per the insider, the cocktail hour took place in the “Star Wars” gallery on the ranch, followed by a plated dinner and dancing in the big theater area. Dessert was served later on.
The party was a “very friendly scene” with “lots of cute convos” between the guests, the insider noted.
“The drinks were flowing, creating an atmosphere similar to a family gathering [rather] than a white-glove affair. Yet, I assure you, everything was on point and Lucas-themed.”
Winfrey was spotted chatting with Washington, while Ford and Queen Latifah “stole a few moments in conversation.”
Martin emceed with performances by Keys, Batiste, Henley and H.E.R.
Musicians played “Star Wars” and “Indiana Jones”-themed music at various points in the evening.
Team Jedi News sends our very best to the Maker and we wish him a very happy 80th birthday — may the Force be with him… always!
