Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down as Lucasfilm President: A New Era Dawns on the Galaxy Far, Far Away
In a move that marks the end of an era, Kathleen Kennedy is relinquishing her position as president of Lucasfilm. Although she will continue to produce several Star Wars projects, including The Mandalorian and Grogu, the reins are being handed over to a dynamic duo in Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan.
Kennedy's tenure at Lucasfilm was nothing short of remarkable. She had previously achieved success as a producer with films like E.T. and Jurassic Park before taking on the role of president in 2012 when Disney acquired the company. Her arrival coincided with a period where Star Wars was struggling to regain its footing after a string of lackluster prequels.
However, under Kennedy's guidance, the franchise underwent a stunning transformation. The Force Awakens in 2015 marked a triumphant return to form for the series, followed by critically acclaimed standalone films like Rogue One and Solo. Television projects like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka have continued this trend, further solidifying Star Wars' place in mainstream pop culture.
Kennedy's legacy at Lucasfilm is undeniable, with her leadership playing a pivotal role in revitalizing the franchise. Her departure marks an exciting new chapter for Star Wars, one that promises to be guided by Filoni's creative vision and Brennan's business acumen.
Filoni, a long-time fan favorite, brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having helmed The Clone Wars series and worked on numerous other projects within the Star Wars universe, he is well-versed in the intricacies of the franchise. As President and Chief Creative Officer, Filoni will be responsible for the artistic direction of Lucasfilm, ensuring that future projects adhere to the high standards set by Kennedy.
Brennan, a veteran executive with a storied history at Industrial Light & Magic, will take on the business side of operations as Co-President. Her expertise in managing the financial and operational aspects of Lucas' businesses has been invaluable, and her partnership with Filoni promises to yield exciting results.
As Star Wars looks to the future, fans are eager to see what's next for the beloved franchise. With Filoni at the helm, there is reason to be optimistic that the galaxy far, far away will continue to thrive in creative and commercial terms.
In a move that marks the end of an era, Kathleen Kennedy is relinquishing her position as president of Lucasfilm. Although she will continue to produce several Star Wars projects, including The Mandalorian and Grogu, the reins are being handed over to a dynamic duo in Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan.
Kennedy's tenure at Lucasfilm was nothing short of remarkable. She had previously achieved success as a producer with films like E.T. and Jurassic Park before taking on the role of president in 2012 when Disney acquired the company. Her arrival coincided with a period where Star Wars was struggling to regain its footing after a string of lackluster prequels.
However, under Kennedy's guidance, the franchise underwent a stunning transformation. The Force Awakens in 2015 marked a triumphant return to form for the series, followed by critically acclaimed standalone films like Rogue One and Solo. Television projects like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka have continued this trend, further solidifying Star Wars' place in mainstream pop culture.
Kennedy's legacy at Lucasfilm is undeniable, with her leadership playing a pivotal role in revitalizing the franchise. Her departure marks an exciting new chapter for Star Wars, one that promises to be guided by Filoni's creative vision and Brennan's business acumen.
Filoni, a long-time fan favorite, brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having helmed The Clone Wars series and worked on numerous other projects within the Star Wars universe, he is well-versed in the intricacies of the franchise. As President and Chief Creative Officer, Filoni will be responsible for the artistic direction of Lucasfilm, ensuring that future projects adhere to the high standards set by Kennedy.
Brennan, a veteran executive with a storied history at Industrial Light & Magic, will take on the business side of operations as Co-President. Her expertise in managing the financial and operational aspects of Lucas' businesses has been invaluable, and her partnership with Filoni promises to yield exciting results.
As Star Wars looks to the future, fans are eager to see what's next for the beloved franchise. With Filoni at the helm, there is reason to be optimistic that the galaxy far, far away will continue to thrive in creative and commercial terms.
Oh my gosh, I'm soooo sad 
to see Kathleen Kennedy go 
! She's been an absolute game changer for Star Wars 
. Her legacy is going to be HUGE 
and I'm beyond excited for Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan to take the reins 
. Filoni's passion for the franchise is infectious 
and with Brennan's business expertise, they're gonna make Lucasfilm even more awesome 
. Can't wait to see what's next 
! May the Force be with them 
so exciting to see dave filoni and lynwen breannan take over can't wait for what's next for star wars, especially with mandalorian and ahsoka still going strong 
she was a total game changer for star wars and helped bring it back from the brink of darkness 
her legacy is gonna be huge and im stoked to see what dave filoni and lynwen brennan come up with next 
cant wait to see more of their vision for the franchise
she was the one who got star wars back on track after those prequels were a total mess 
now i'm curious to see how filoni and brenton will do with her legacy 
hope they keep making cool shows like the mandalorian 
. Lynwen Brennan's business chops are also gonna be super useful, especially with the merch and all that jazz 
. Can't wait to see what they come up with next! May the Force be with them (just kidding, it's always going to be with Star Wars 
).
what's next? are we gonna get more solo movies or ahsoka series? my guess is we'll see both! also gotta give props to brenton for coming in on top, she's a total powerwoman 
but i'm not sure how much of an impact lynwen brennan will make, she seems like a solid business person, but star wars can be all about the story and characters, so let's see how that plays out 
Filoni's got that Clone Wars vibe going on which I love 
the future of Star Wars is looking bright 