Back in January it was rumoured that Jar Jar Binks would be making his return to the galaxy far, far away with a role in Lucasfilm’s live-action Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Wars series. However, if that is indeed the case, it seems it’s news to Prequel Trilogy star Ahmed Best, who portrayed the bumbling Gungan in […]
Jar Jar Binks actor thinks Star Wars isn’t for kids anymore
Ahmed Best, the actor behind Jar Jar Binks in the likes of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, doesn’t think the movies are for kids anymore. Ahmed Best’s Jar Jar Binks isn’t exactly the most popular Star Wars character ever but he certainly brought a family-friendly touch to George Lucas’ prequel films. That appeal to kids […]
Disney announces Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge for Disney+
Disney has announced a brand new Star Wars show titled Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge is coming to the Disney+ streaming service. Jedi Temple Challenge will be a game show aimed towards a younger audience and will be hosted by Ahmed Best, who is known for playing Jar Jar Binks in the prequel trilogy. Best will be joined by […]
Jar Jar Binks actor was suicidal after Star Wars backlash
Ahmed Best, the actor who portrayed Jar Jar Binks in the Star Wars prequels, has revealed that he became suicidal after backlash towards his character. News regarding fan and media backlash pertaining to Star Wars has been quite prevalent of late and its certainly creating a discussion about when criticism goes too far. One actor […]
Michael Jackson wanted to play Jar Jar Binks in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace
Well, that was a headline I never thought I would write. While it does sound like something you would read in a trashy tabloid, this is a story that has come from the mouth of Ahmed Best, who played Jar Jar Binks in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. In an interview with […]
