Tag: BB-8
Rey Skywalker Meets BB-8 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | Official Clip
Rey Skywalker saves BB-8 from a Teedo on Jakku. Star Wars: The Force Awakens is now streaming on Disney+.
Matt Denton: How We Built BB-8 For Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Ben Hanlin sits down with animatronics expert and robot inventor Matt Denton to unpack the craft behind some of modern cinema’s most memorable practical creations, most notably BB-8 from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Dave Chapman Announced for Star Wars Fan Fun Day on May 4th, 2026
Dave Chapman, best known as one of the two performers of BB-8 in Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, is attending Star Wars Fan Fun Day on Bank Holiday Monday, May 4th, 2026, at Blackburn Rovers Football Club.
LEGO Star Wars BB-8 Astromech Droid Officially Revealed
The LEGO Group have revealed the first of the upcoming 2026 LEGO Star Wars sets with the new BB-8 Astromech Droid from The Force Awakens, featuring 569 pieces, and available from January 1st, 2026.
BB-8 Poster for VIPs at Thank the Maker: The Force Awakens on December 7th
Check out the exclusive BB-8 poster for 'Tell that to Kanjiklub.' VIP tickets holder, brought to you by Impatient Potato, available at Thank the Maker: The Force Awakens on December 7th, 2025, in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. Few VIP tickets still available!
The Journey of a Droid Wrangler: Michael McMaster
Michael McMaster, professional droid wrangler for Disney and Lucasfilm, unveils his remarkable journey from childhood robot enthusiast to creating and operating iconic characters that have captivated millions all over the world.
BB-8 and R2-D2 Visit UK Prime Minister in Support of UK Film Industry
Earlier this week, Matt Denton, Lee Towersey, Nick Tyrrell, and Sam represented Lucasfilm and the British Film Institute (BFI) by visiting UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at Downing Street, London, with BB-8 and R2-D2, in support of the UK Film Industry.
New Etched Floral Collection of Star Wars x Enso Rings
Enso Rings have announced a new Etched Floral Collection of Star Wars rings that blends floral charm and galactic greatness, inspired by BB-8, Chewbacca, and R2-D2 as you've never seen them before!
New Loungefly x Star Wars Pride Collection Inspired by BB-8
Loungefly have revealed a new Limited Edition Star Wars BB-8 Pride Bobble-Head Pop! and Bag Bundle, available from May 24th, 2023 at 9am PT while supplies last from Loungefly.com and Funko.com, and benefitting It Gets Better Project.
Bill Hader Says He Will Not Sign Star Wars Merchandise
Bill Hader, who is credited as a voice consultant for droid BB-8 with comedian Ben Schwartz for The Force Awakens, told Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that “Autograph people don’t like me. I won’t sign things.”
Suntory Releasing Three Star Wars Droid Green Lemon Tea Tokucha Drinks
From Tuesday, January 10th 2023, Suntory Foods International Co., Ltd. will release the "Special Tea Star Wars Design Label" from Suntory Green Tea Lemon "Tokucha" for a limited time, featuring BB-8, C-3PO and R2-D2.
All Nippon Airways BB-8 Themed Plane Takes to the Skies for Final Time
Star Wars fans must have felt a disturbance in the Force last week as the BB-8 themed All Nippon Airways plane took the skies for the last time, before the theming was removed.
BB-8 and R2-D2 in Place at Hollywood Studios for Disney World’s 50th
BB-8 and R2-D2 have been installed at Disney's Hollywood Studios ahead of Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, which starts on October 1st.
BB-8 Joins Disney Fab 50 Character Collection at Walt Disney World
BB-8 joins the Disney Fab 50 Character Collection, alongside R2-D2, for Walt Disney World's 50th Anniversary, which kicks off from from October 1st and runs for 18 months.
Justin Long Interviews BB-8 Voice Consultant Ben Schwartz
Did you ever wonder how Ben Schwartz and Bill Hader came to developing BB8’s voice for The Force Awakens?
Pop In A Box Loungefly Star Wars Bags Review – Dome and Tote Bags
We review two Loungefly Star Wars bags supplied by Pop In A Box, the R2-D2 Patent Dome Bag and R2-D2/BB-8 2 Sided Big Face Tote Bag.
Comic Review: Age of Resistance – Special #1
We review Age of Resistance - Special #1 from Marvel Comics.
Cameron Receives Star Wars BB-8 Bionic Arm Covers and Mark Hamill Message Too
Cameron receives his new Star Wars BB-8 themed Bionic Arm from Open Bionics and a message from Mark Hamill too!
Matt Denton Talks BB-8: “Our First Version Didn’t Have Lights”
Tech the Lead spoke to Matt Denton about the trials and tribulations of building BB-8, about his Mantis project, and more.
PSWCS: Don’t be afraid to support The ARC!
Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS): We won’t tell you the odds, but we will tell you that time is running out….
PSWCS: We won’t tell you the odds, but we will tell you that time is running out….
Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS): We won’t tell you the odds, but we will tell you that time is running out….
PSWCS: Celebrate Like You’re On Endor This 4th Of July
The Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS) is excited to announce the two pack of their charity medallions.
Sphero: Droids Love Fun In The Sun Too
Sphero have some great offers this Summer allowing you to watch quality time with your app-enabled loved ones!
PSWCS: Why Fly Solo?
The Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society (PSWCS) is excited to announce the two pack of their charity medallions.
Po-Zu Mid-Season Sale: BB-8 Orange High-Tops Just £49 (~$67)!
Po-Zu have a mid-season sale with some great offers including the great-looking BB-8 high-tops for just £49 (~$67)!
‘Star Wars’ Guests Keep Rolling In: BB-8 At Awesome Con March 31st – April 1st
BB-8 joins the growing list of Star Wars guests attending Awesome Con between March 31st & Sunday April 1st in Washington DC.
“It Was All I’d Ever Wanted To Do” Says BB-8 & Porg Puppeteer Brian Herring
Brian Herring tells StarWars,com about upholding a tradition of iconic puppetry and being very uncomfortable in the desert.
NASA Looks To ‘Star Wars’ For Building Space Bound Robots For Repairs
A new study looks at what Star Wars gets right with its astromech robots like R2-D2 and BB-8.
PSWCS: Won’t You BB Mine & Support No Warrior Without Help
Spread the love this Valentine's Day by buying one of the last few BB-8 medallions, and helping the charity No Warrior without Help.
Brian Herring, BB-8 Puppeteer, Launches Own Website
Having spent more than 2 decades as a professional puppeteer, Brian Herring launches his own website.
Sphero Droids: Gift Giving
Happy holidays from Sphero; celebrate with 10% off.
Brian Herring (BB-8 Puppeteer) Talks to StarWarsInterviews.com
StarWarsInterviews.com talks to Brian Herring (BB-8 Puppeteer) about everything Star Wars in this long interview.
Santander UK ‘Force for Good’ Promotion & Competition
Santander UK will donate to children's charities for every clip created and uploaded.
Hamleys Unveils Its Top 10 Toys For Christmas 2017
BB-8 makes the top 10 list this Christmas at Hamleys.
BB-8 Arrives In ‘Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes’ In New Event
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes has launched a new event, Pieces and Plans, which gives players the chance to unlock BB-8, but only for a limited time.