It’s been reported that Kathleen Kennedy, renowned for her role in managing Disney’s Lucasfilm, the studio behind the Star Wars franchise, is set to step down from her position in 2025. This news comes as she approaches her 71st year. Having taken on the role of President in 2012 after Disney purchased Lucasfilm from its founder, George Lucas, Kennedy has been instrumental in producing many Star Wars movies and series over her impressive career. These works include Rogue One, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, The Mandalorian, Andor, and numerous others.
Kathleen Kennedy expected to retire this year
It has been disclosed that the producer of Star Wars will step down from his position as President of Lucasfilm’s production company this year, according to an informant.
According to a trustworthy insider, Matthew Belloni from Puck News reported that Kathleen Kennedy is planning to step down as president of Lucasfilm at Disney by the end of this year. He added that she has informed both Disney and her personal contacts about her decision.
Nevertheless, neither Lucasfilm nor Kennedy’s representatives have issued an official comment about this matter. This update comes after the unveiling of the teaser for Andor Season 2, another production of Lucasfilm in the Star Wars television series.
According to Belloni’s report, it’s been verified that “Last year, Kathy (Kathleen) was contemplating leaving, as I’ve heard, and had arranged for an exit interview with a journalist. However, she opted to stick around for another year.
The news of Kathleen Kennedy’s alleged exit from Lucasfilm follows her recognition at the end of 2024 when she received the Board of Governors Award from the American Society of Cinematographers (ASCA), a renowned cinematography organization.
In an appreciation for Kennedy’s influence on cinema, ASC President Shelly John expressed that Kathleen Kennedy’s exceptional career has left a lasting impression on the movie world. Her remarkable talent for storytelling sets her apart. Understanding it as the foundation of excellent filmmaking, her films consistently demonstrate this conviction. Her commitment to visual quality makes her a pioneer in the film industry. (via The Hollywood Reporter)
Originally reported by Ishita Verma on SuperHeroHype.
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