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Mark Hamill, the face ofStar Wars’iconic Luke Skywalker, once sided with fans over a major injustice inA New Hope.George Lucas made a decision so baffling that even Hamill couldn’t ignore it — and no, it wasn’t blowing up Alderaan.
While Luke and Han Solo basked in glory, one character stood awkwardly, medal-free, as if saving the galaxy wasn’t worth a shiny trinket.
Mark Hamill speaks out: Chewbacca deserved a medal too
Mark Hamilldidn’t need the Force to see the injustice inA New Hope.He himself admitted it wasn’t fair, jokingly agreeing that the Wookie deserved his moment too. Throwing his support behind fans’ grievances, Hamill confessed,
That Han Solo is in danger, all those things… see? I said, even if you don’t plan to tell the audience, I have to know for myself. I made up a whole backstory of what happened between getting my medal and… yes, I agree, he should have gotten one too.
The logic? Pilots got the glory because they delivered the critical shots — Luke’s destroyed the Death Star, while Han’s saved Luke from Darth Vader. Co-pilots like Chewy? They were crucial, but apparently not “medal-worthy” by Rebel standards. Even the other Rebel pilots were overlooked, despite their heroics.
Hamill, always quick with a quip, reflected on the franchise’s storytelling quirks, adding that theStar Warssaga evolved far beyond Luke. Pointing to how Rey, Finn, and Poe carried the torch in the sequels, he continued,
But you’re right. I said, because if you don’t tell the audience, it’s not about me anymore. It’s really not my story. It’s the story of Rey and Finn and Poe and all of them, which is the way it should be.
Still, the actor was candid about creative choices, even poking fun at his epic cliffhanger entrance inThe Force Awakens.He joked,
We can’t please everyone. The build-up and the end — John Williams’ music — you know, I thought it worked very well. In fact, I want to do movies now where I don’t do anything. I don’t talk, I get second billing, and I’m in the movie less than 30 seconds.
Less is more. And so, I’m reading, reading, reading… “Where is Luke?” Everybody’s talking about me. It’s the most elaborate entrance in the history of show business. And then it’s over.
Mark Hamill’s humor and honesty underscore why fans adore him. Whether championing Chewy’s overlooked heroism or laughing at his own storylines, Hamill remains a beacon of Jedi-level charm. As for that medal? Justice for Chewbacca still hangs in the air.
Chewie’s medal controversy: Fans divided overRise of Skywalkersnubs
SomeStar Warsfans were left shaking their heads inThe Rise of Skywalker, especially when it came to Chewbacca’s treatment. From the medal controversy to overlooked heroes like R2-D2 and C-3PO, it felt like the movie missed the mark in honoring true icons.
Ultimately, whether Chewy cared about a medal or not, fans continue to debate whatThe Rise of Skywalkergot wrong. It’s clear: the galaxy deserves more respect for its unsung heroes, droids and Wookiees included. The saga might be over, but the fan frustrations will always linger.
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Heena Singh
Editor | Former Senior Writer
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
