The Star Wars franchise is now expected to undergo a major creative change before the end of this year, as long-time producer and president of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy, plans retirement. While we continue to reel from the James Bond shake-up (not stirred) as Amazon takes the creative reins, it seems that Star Wars will join 007, with Kennedy, who is set to celebrate her 72nd birthday this year, stepping down and a new face leading the beloved franchise into the future.
The producer, who was appointed Lucasfilm president in 2012, is planning to retire in 2025. Read More