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entertainment19 days ago•20 min saved

Hayden Christensen’s Daughter Briar Rose Debuts on the Red Carpet with Dad

Hayden Christensen and his 11-year-old daughter Briar Rose—his child with ex Rachel Bilson—made Briar Rose’s red-carpet debut at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Opening Night in Los Angeles. Briar wore a white dress while Christensen dressed in a navy blazer with a gray tee, and the pair held hands for photos. Briar shared how cool it was to see her dad portray Darth Vader, and Bilson has previously said they have a great co-parenting relationship as they raise their daughter together.

via Page Six|

#briar-rose #entertainment #hayden-christensen

entertainment20 days ago•7 min saved

Christensen’s Family Outing: A Star Wars Star Steps Out With His 11-Year-Old Daughter at Museum Opening

Hayden Christensen made a rare public appearance with his 11-year-old daughter Briar Rose at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s opening night in Los Angeles. Briar Rose is Christensen’s child with ex Rachel Bilson, and the couple have co‑parented since their 2017 split. The Lucas Museum, founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, opens to the public on Sept. 22, 2026.

via Just Jared|

#briar-rose-christensen #entertainment #hayden-christensen

television1 month ago•15 min saved

Ahsoka Season 2 Dials Back to Clone Wars With Snowy Flashback Teases

Ahsoka season 2 appears to lean into The Clone Wars era, with D23 reveals showing snow-ready outfits for Anakin and Ahsoka and hinting at flashbacks featuring Ariana Greenblatt and Hayden Christensen, suggesting more Clone Wars-era interactions and a cooler, snow-filled setting.

via Gizmodo|

#ahsoka #anakin-skywalker #ariana-greenblatt

entertainment5 months ago•15 min saved

Ahsoka Season 2 Sets 2027 Return Date, With Anakin Back

Rosario Dawson announced at Disney’s upfront that Ahsoka’s second season will premiere in early 2027. Hayden Christensen will reprise Anakin Skywalker, and Rory McCann will play Baylan Skoll; Ray Stevenson, who played Baylan in season 1, died in 2023. Season 2 development began in 2024 as Lucasfilm scaled back live-action Star Wars projects, with Skeleton Crew and the final Andor season among the few in production, while animation like Maul—Shadow Lord expanded.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#ahsoka #disney #entertainment

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Hayden Christensen and Daughter Delight Cubs Fans Amid Air Show Disruptions

Hayden Christensen performed 'Take Me Out to the Ballgame' during the 7th-inning stretch at a Cubs game, but a fighter jet practicing for the Air and Water Show briefly interrupted the performance, adding an unexpected twist to the event.

via NBC 5 Chicago|

#7th-inning-stretch #air-and-water-show #disruption

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Hayden Christensen and Rosario Dawson Reflect on Anakin and Ahsoka Reunion"

Hayden Christensen and Rosario Dawson discussed their roles in the "Ahsoka" series during an Emmys event, reflecting on the reunion of Anakin Skywalker and Ahsoka Tano in the show's fifth episode. Christensen shared his excitement about exploring Clone Wars-era Anakin, a concept he discussed with George Lucas two decades ago. Dawson appreciated the opportunity to portray a lighter side of Ahsoka. The event also paid tribute to the late costume designer Shawna Trpcic and co-star Ray Stevenson.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#ahsoka #anakin-skywalker #clone-wars

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Hayden Christensen's Surprising 'Star Wars' Casting Journey"

Hayden Christensen revealed that he initially thought auditioning for the role of Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars was "unattainable" and nearly lost hope when he heard rumors of Leonardo DiCaprio being considered for the part. Despite feeling pressure and imposter syndrome, he ultimately landed the role and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to portray George Lucas's vision of a character's transformation from good to bad.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#anakin-skywalker #auditions #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Hayden Christensen's Initial Doubts About Playing Anakin Skywalker

Hayden Christensen was surprised to land the role of Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars" as he initially thought it would go to another actor, possibly Leonardo DiCaprio. Despite initial criticism, he found returning to the franchise for recent TV series to be a fulfilling experience.

via Variety|

#anakin-skywalker #entertainment #george-lucas

entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

"Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace Returns to Theaters for 25th Anniversary"

Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace is set to return to theaters on May 3rd, 2024, in celebration of its 25th anniversary. The re-release coincides with a resurgence of interest in the prequel era of the franchise, with Disney producing new series and projects. Hayden Christensen, who portrayed Anakin Skywalker, expressed gratitude for the positive response to the prequels, and a new poster for the film has been created by artist Matt Furgeson.

via The Verge|

#25th-anniversary #entertainment #hayden-christensen

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Charlie Hunnam's Awkward Encounter with George Lucas Over Anakin Skywalker Role

Charlie Hunnam revealed that he was in the running for the role of Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars movies, which eventually went to Hayden Christensen. Hunnam had the opportunity to meet with George Lucas but described the meeting as "very awkward." While he doesn't remember many details, he knew he wouldn't get the role based on the vibes. Despite missing out on Star Wars, Hunnam has had a successful career with roles in Sons of Anarchy and films like Children of Men and King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. He is currently part of the Rebel Moon cast, a science fiction project by Zack Snyder.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

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entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

"Ahsoka's Impact: Posters, Fixes, Lessons, and Excitement in Star Wars"

Lucasfilm has released three new character posters for the "Star Wars: Ahsoka" series, featuring Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker, Captain Rex, and a younger version of Ahsoka. The show serves as a follow-up to the animated "Star Wars Rebels" series and follows Ahsoka's journey across the galaxy after the fall of the Empire. The sixth episode of the series will air next Tuesday.

via Dark Horizons|

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entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

Ahsoka's Reunion with Anakin Resolves Prequel Debate

The latest episode of the Ahsoka TV series has proven that Hayden Christensen's portrayal of Anakin Skywalker was never the problem, but rather George Lucas' writing and directing. Fans were blown away by Christensen's performance, which redeemed the actor and changed skeptics' opinions of him in the role. The episode showcased an impressive interaction between Anakin and his former Padawan, and even without Darth Vader's suit, Christensen managed to look menacing as the Sith version of the character. This vindication comes twenty years after his debut as Anakin, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next episode of the series.

via Startefacts|

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entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

"Ahsoka Reunites with Anakin Skywalker, Elevating Star Wars Fandom"

The fifth episode of "Ahsoka" reunites the character with Anakin Skywalker, played by Hayden Christensen, in a poignant moment that showcases the impact of the animated shows on the "Star Wars" franchise. The episode not only advances the plot but also lays groundwork for future storylines. Christensen's involvement in the live-action series has added resonance to the shows and strengthened the bond with fans. The article suggests that the success of these shows could potentially lead to a future "Star Wars" movie featuring characters from Disney+. Overall, "Ahsoka" has delivered on its promise and tapped into the rich mythology of the existing canon.

via CNN|

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entertainment3 years ago•2 min saved

"Ahsoka's Mandalorian Revelation Alters Star Wars History"

A theory suggests that the lengthy Episode 5 of "Ahsoka" will be a standalone episode set in the past, featuring Hayden Christensen's appearance as Anakin Skywalker. This would provide a crash course on Ahsoka's backstory and dynamic with Anakin, while also allowing the show to explore different storytelling techniques. The trend of standalone episodes in "The Mandalorian" and other shows supports this theory, and it would be a well-timed break from Ahsoka's current search for Thrawn and Ezra.

via Inverse|

#ahsoka #entertainment #hayden-christensen

entertainment3 years ago•1 min saved

"Ahsoka's Surprise Return and Major Challenges in the New Star Wars Series"

Merchandise for the Disney+ series Ahsoka appears to have leaked a surprise return of a former Star Wars actor. An Amazon listing blurb for a T-shirt featuring Hera Syndulla mentions Ahsoka Tano, Sabine Wren, Anakin Skywalker, Mon Mothma, and all your favorite Star Wars: Ahsoka characters, seemingly confirming the return of Hayden Christensen as Anakin. A new trailer for Ahsoka also teases Christensen's return, with a shot of Anakin from the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series. Rosario Dawson, who plays Ahsoka, revealed that the character was inspired by Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings.

via NME|

#ahsoka #entertainment #hayden-christensen