The brother of the late Carrie Fisher has opened up further regarding his sister’s inclusion in Star Wars: Episode IX.
Ever since the news broke that Carrie Fisher had passed away, fans around the world have been wondering what this would mean for the future appearances of her character Leia – especially when it comes to 2019’s Episode IX for which she wasn’t able to film any new scenes.
We know now that unused footage from Episodes VII and VIII will allow Leia and Fisher to appear in the film, a move which was greeted with fondness by her brother Todd. Todd has now opened up further about the decision, telling ET Canada:
“It is not easy, I could tell you. For me, I have to watch a lot of these old movies and it is heartbreaking sometimes to see your family that has left us. But if you believe in the way our family does – in the Force – we aren’t really apart at all and she will always be with us. But it is nice when you can put her back up on the screen and continue the story and continue the saga. That is important for all of us.”
This is clearly a big deal for Todd and his family and it will certainly mean a lot to fans to see the actress one last time on the big screen. Are you looking forward to seeing more of Leia in Episode IX?
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Star Wars: Episode IX is set for release on December 20th 2019 with J.J. Abrams (Star Wars: The Force Awakens) directing a cast that includes Star Wars veterans Daisy Ridley (Rey), Adam Driver (Kylo Ren), John Boyega (Finn), Oscar Isaac (Poe Dameron), Lupita Nyong’o (Maz Kanata), Domhnall Gleeson (General Hux), Kelly Marie Tran (Rose Tico), Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca), Billie Lourd (Lieutenant Connix), Greg Grunberg (Snap Wexley), Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker), Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian) and Carrie Fisher (Leia Organa) as well as new additions Naomi Ackie (Lady Mabeth), Richard E. Grant (Logan) and Keri Russell (The Americans).
