Star Wars

E.G. Daily is recalling her last moments with fellow "Powerpuff Girls" star Tom Kane before he died ... and they're even more powerful in hindsight, because she had no idea it would be their final goodbye.

The actress -- who voiced Buttercup in the beloved animated series -- sat down with TMZ's Charlie Neff to reflect on reconnecting with Tom before his death Monday as a result of complications related to the stroke he suffered in 2020.

Check out the interview ... E.G. said she was stunned by how far Tom had come since the stroke when the cast reunited at a fan convention in Lexington ... explaining, "I was so blown away by his recovery."

Tom Kane, the iconic voice actor best known for his work on "Star Wars" and "Powerpuff Girls," has died.

Zach McGinnis, his rep, tells TMZ ... Tom died Monday ... at a hospital in Kansas City, surrounded by family. His cause of death was complications from his 2020 stroke. 

Zach tells TMZ ... "Though his voice may now be silent, the characters, stories, and love he gave to the world will live on forever."

Michael Pennington, who played Death Star Commander Moff Jerjerrod in "Star Wars: Episode VI: Return of the Jedi" has died.

The acclaimed actor passed away Sunday, according to a report from The Telegraph.

Michael was born on June 7, 1943, in Cambridge, England and began his on-screen career back in 1965 with a supporting part in the BBC miniseries "The War of the Roses."

Jimmy Kimmel just can't bite his tongue when it comes to Donald Trump ... calling the world's most powerful man "Jabba The President" amid the 50th anniversary of "Star Wars."

The comedian once again came out swinging at Trump in his opening monologue on Monday's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" ... and this time he zeroed-in on The Donald's figure.

Jimmy kicked things off by talking about the recent "Star Wars" celebration in Hollywood, with the film turning 50 next May. Kimmel then quickly pivoted to Trump, comparing him to the film's famous blob character, Jabba the Hutt.

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Another year, another May (the) fourth is on the way ... which means fans everywhere will soon be celebrating Star Wars Day!

And right now, in a galaxy not at all far, far away ... we've rounded up some of the best gifts for the Star Wars lover in your life. (Even if that's you!)

Do or do not -- but please do -- check them out ... There is no try!

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Disneyland Park is going all-in on 'Star Wars' nostalgia -- rolling out a live-action Han Solo character at Galaxy’s Edge ... and yeah, the internet’s already got jokes.

The park dropped a first look on X Wednesday -- showing the new meet-and-greet Han roaming around in that iconic vest, white shirt and brown pants before linking up with Chewbacca in front of the Millennium Falcon at the California theme park.

It’s meant to be a big nostalgia hit for fans ahead of the April 29 launch ... basically dropping guests straight into the movie, which featured Harrison Ford in the OG role.

Gina Carano may still feel a certain way about getting canned from "The Mandalorian" ... she told us she couldn't think of one actor from the entire Lucas universe who could take a fight.

We caught up with Carano Tuesday outside of the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, where she was holding a press conference with Ronda Rousey to promote their May 16 MMA bout.

Seeing as how Gina is an actress and an MMA icon, we asked her if there are any actors associated with 'Star Wars,' or the spinoffs, that she thinks could last in the octagon ... And she couldn't name one!

Big changes are underway at Lucasfilm ... because studio president Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down after nearly 14 years ... and George Lucas protege, Dave Filoni, is stepping up as the creative leader.

Lucasfilm and Walt Disney Studios announced the leadership changes Thursday ... revealing Lynwen Brennan as the new co-president.

Filoni -- who worked with George on "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" and helped Jon Favreau launch "The Mandalorian" -- will serve as President and Chief Content Officer.

Kathleen's exit isn't a huge shock ... it had long been expected in Hollywood.

Darth Vader's lightsaber might be red, but its former owners are only seeing piles of green right now ... 'cause they sold the prop for millions.

The screen-matched Hero Dueling Lightsaber used by Vader in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" sold at auction earlier this week for $3.6 million -- even higher than the original $1M-to-$3M estimate.

We caught up with Brandon Alinger -- COO of Propstore, the company that sold the saber -- as the item hit auction ... and, he told us the company's previous "Star Wars" prop record sale was $2.3 million. Looks like The Force was just stronger with this one.

Talk about a weapon of mass value -- Darth Vader’s iconic lightsaber is about to hit the auction block ... and this bad boy’s expected to rake in Jedi-mind-blowing cash.

TMZ got Brandon Alinger, COO of Prop Store, on cam -- and he makes it clear, this isn't some random hunk of plastic ... it’s the screen-matched Hero Dueling Lightsaber used by Vader in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi."

Catch the full clip ... 'cause Brandon gives us his prediction of what he thinks it'll fetch, and the number is high, especially since the absentee bid is already over a million bucks!

Ryan Gosling has officially landed in a galaxy far, far away -- he’s on the set of the next "Star Wars" flick, and the first look is here!

Peep the B&W pic, Ryan posted up Thursday with rising child star Flynn Gray on the set of Shawn Levy’s "Star Wars: Starfighter" -- the flick just kicked off production and is gunning for lightspeed to theaters in 2027.

Ryan’s role is still under wraps, but make no mistake -- he’s front and center in this Lucasfilm saga. Not only is he leading the movie, he’s also flexing as an executive producer.

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If you're a LEGO fanatic, you'll wanna stick around! ... And if you're not, that's lame, but we can help you fix that!

LEGO is always giving its fans and customers iconic sets to build. Look below at some of the coolest pop culture sets you can get your hands on!

First on the list is a Disney Princess Beauty and The Beast Castle Building Set! 

Darth Vader’s actual lightsaber from "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi" is hitting the auction block for the first time ever ... and the estimated price tag is sky-high enough to make you choke!

Yup, you heard that right -- Propstore, the holy grail of movie memorabilia, is ready to unleash the real film-used lightsaber … with a jaw-dropping pre-sale estimate of $1-to-$3M.

It’s worth every penny -- especially 'cause it's the screen-matched lightsaber from the epic Vader vs. Luke showdowns wielded by Darth actor David Prowse and stunt legend Bob Anderson in some of the franchise's most climactic moments.

'Star Wars' actor Kenneth Colley, who played an Imperial officer in command of Darth Vader's ship in the hit movie franchise, is dead.

Ken died peacefully in his home Monday after contracting COVID and developing pneumonia ... according to his agent, Julian Owen.

He famously played Admiral Piett in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi."

Donald Trump's strong with the Force ... though he's not on the side of the Jedi like his followers might imagine -- he's fully embracing the unlimited power of the Dark Side.

The White House decided to embrace Star Wars Day by dropping an A.I.-generated photo of the president dressed in 'Star Wars' gear ... showing the POTUS as a hulking figure in a sleeveless cloak -- flaunting his massive arms -- while bald eagles back him up.

He's holding a lightsaber too ... but, instead of a blue or green variety traditionally used by Jedis, Trump's got a bright red saber -- big Sith energy.