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Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy on Star Wars, Lincoln and Secret J.J. Abrams Meetings

The Hollywood Reporter presents an in-depth profile of Lucasfilm's Kathleen Kennedy, uncovering how she convinced J.J. Abrams to direct Episode VII and much more.
General

A Humorous Look at Star Wars and the Force

CBSNews.com features some fan-made videos featuring Force-sensitive cats and more.
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Star Wars Actors to Make Appearance in Ontario

Actors Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca), Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett), and Bonnie Piesse (Aunt Beru) will offer a behind the scenes explanation of Star Wars at the Treasure Valley Community College in Ontario on February 6.
Products

Hasbro Unveils Star Wars Black Series Action Figures

USAToday.com talks to Hasbro about their just announced Star Wars Black Series, consisting of 6-inch, highly-articulated action figures.
Episode VII

Abrams Brings Fandom, Secrecy to Star Wars Universe

USA Today's Brian Truitt talks to fans and critics about the impact J.J. Abrams will have on Star Wars.
General

Meet the Man Bringing DIY Star Wars to Mardi Gras

Wired.com talks to Ryan Ballard about the Millennium Falcon float he created for Mardi Gras.
Episode VII

Star Wars & J.J. Abrams: Superfans Bonnie Burton, Tracy Duncan, & Eric Geller Weigh In

Hollywood.com talks to three of the biggest names in all of Star Wars fandom about J.J. Abrams and Episode VII.
Books and Comics

Star Wars and History: How Real History Formed a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Wired.com's Geek Mom looks at the new Star Wars and History book, which tells how real history informed the look and stories of Star Wars.
Technology

Star Wars-Style Lasers Will Be On Fighter Jets In 2014

As technology progresses, sometimes science fiction becomes reality.
General

Director Pick J.J. Abrams Makes Experts "Incredibly Happy"

MTV.com talks to some Star Wars superfans about Episode VII's new director.