Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down after 14 years, transitioning to a full-time producer role. Appointed by Star Wars creator George Lucas, she is known for overseeing major hits like The Force Awakens, though she also led the franchise’s first box office failure, Solo: A Star Wars Story. Dave Filoni, recognized for his work on the studio’s animated projects, will succeed her as president and chief creative officer, partnering with co-president Lynwen Brennan.
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