Star Wars Facts: 10 Celebrities You Didn't Know Played Stormtroopers
Even though working for Kylo Ren's First Order or Darth Vader's Empire may not be the ideal career in the "Star Wars" world, many people have wanted it throughout the years. In fact, appearing as a Stormtrooper is now a simple method to get some big celebrity appearances.
Over the years, there have been a number of well-known persons wearing Stormtrooper helmets, including beloved celebrities, music icons, and even genuine monarchy. Though not all of them were included in the final product, if you look long enough, you could come across some deleted scenes starring your favorite actors.
Granted, it might be challenging to identify their cameos. Due to the nature of Stormtroopers, identifying renowned voices as opposed to famous faces is usually enough. If they are even allowed to talk, that is. Naturally, it becomes a little difficult to remember and keep track of them all, but today, we did that job for you.
Here is a list of 10 famous people who have appeared in "Star Wars" as a Stormtrooper, or at least tried to.
The fact that Sheeran, who is most known for his singing, donned a Stormtrooper costume for Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) might be seen as humorous (as shown in the behind-the-scenes film). But it's safe to assume that anyone would gladly forgo singing if it meant experiencing the majesty of Star Wars.
Pally and Jason Sudeikis both play Stormtroopers, or in this case, bike troopers, and their acting lingo meshes remarkably well. They argue with one another, and their chitchat offers a fresh perspective on the soldiers, who are typically silent.
In addition to playing the dapper 007, Craig has made quite an impression in the world of film. In Logan Lucky (2017), he played an escaped criminal with bleach-blonde hair, which was quite different from the spy who sipped martinis. Other notable performances by Craig include southern investigator Benoit Blanc in Knives Out and investigative journalist Mikael Blomkvist in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011). (2019).
He made further contributions to the final trilogy of the original franchise outside his appearance as a Stormtrooper in Episode VII: The Force Awakens. In addition to Bill Hader, Schwartz was a big contributor to the voice work for BB-8, the endearing Star Wars robot that expresses a lot of emotion.
Fans would only have been aware that Sudeikis was a Stormtrooper if they were familiar with his voice (because, in a very rare occurrence, his character has a full-on conversation with his partner). In the Mandalorian episode "Chapter 8: Redemption" Sudeikis makes his Star Wars debut, and he and co-star Adam Pally.
It was pleasant to see Christie in a role that was so different from that of her well-known Game of Thrones character, Brienne of Tarth, which many fans who recognized Christie's voice or knew of her role as Kylo Ren's go-to stormtrooper found. Fans loved to cheer for Brienne, who is undoubtedly a fierce warrior. They cheered when she died as Phasma.
When Urban made an appearance as a Stormtrooper in Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, he added Star Wars to his list of acting credits. Through his chameleon-like talent, he has played a variety of roles, including the dapper Dr. "Bones" McCoy in Star Trek, the obnoxious Billy Butcher in The Boys, and the long-haired warrior Eomer in The Lord of the Rings.
Hardy did dress up as a Stormtrooper for Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, but his cameo was eventually removed from the finished picture. Though his cameo was omitted from the version shown to viewers around the world, his scene is reportedly included in the bonus deleted scenes footage.
Colbert's appearance as a Stormtrooper in The Rise of Skywalker (as reported by International Business Times) is welcome because it demonstrates that famous people who are known for discussing more somber subjects like politics are also huge Star Wars fans. Fans of science fiction and fantasy might also be surprised to learn that Stephen Colbert appeared as "Laketown Spy" in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013).
Given that Oliver has a non-speaking part, it's ideal that this is his first visible appearance in a full picture. Oliver is undoubtedly a superfan, much like the vast majority of people in the galaxy, but he is one of the select few who has experienced the Dark Side.
Over the years, there have been a number of well-known persons wearing Stormtrooper helmets, including beloved celebrities, music icons, and even genuine monarchy. Though not all of them were included in the final product, if you look long enough, you could come across some deleted scenes starring your favorite actors.
Granted, it might be challenging to identify their cameos. Due to the nature of Stormtroopers, identifying renowned voices as opposed to famous faces is usually enough. If they are even allowed to talk, that is. Naturally, it becomes a little difficult to remember and keep track of them all, but today, we did that job for you.
Here is a list of 10 famous people who have appeared in "Star Wars" as a Stormtrooper, or at least tried to.
#1 Ed Sheeran
Source: Game of Thrones
The fact that Sheeran, who is most known for his singing, donned a Stormtrooper costume for Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019) might be seen as humorous (as shown in the behind-the-scenes film). But it's safe to assume that anyone would gladly forgo singing if it meant experiencing the majesty of Star Wars.
#2 Adam Pally
Source: The Mindy Project
Pally and Jason Sudeikis both play Stormtroopers, or in this case, bike troopers, and their acting lingo meshes remarkably well. They argue with one another, and their chitchat offers a fresh perspective on the soldiers, who are typically silent.
#3 Daniel Craig
Source: No Time to Die
In addition to playing the dapper 007, Craig has made quite an impression in the world of film. In Logan Lucky (2017), he played an escaped criminal with bleach-blonde hair, which was quite different from the spy who sipped martinis. Other notable performances by Craig include southern investigator Benoit Blanc in Knives Out and investigative journalist Mikael Blomkvist in The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011). (2019).
#4 Ben Schwartz
Source: Parks and Recreation
He made further contributions to the final trilogy of the original franchise outside his appearance as a Stormtrooper in Episode VII: The Force Awakens. In addition to Bill Hader, Schwartz was a big contributor to the voice work for BB-8, the endearing Star Wars robot that expresses a lot of emotion.
#5 Jason Sudeikis
Source: Saturday Night Live
Fans would only have been aware that Sudeikis was a Stormtrooper if they were familiar with his voice (because, in a very rare occurrence, his character has a full-on conversation with his partner). In the Mandalorian episode "Chapter 8: Redemption" Sudeikis makes his Star Wars debut, and he and co-star Adam Pally.
#6 Gwendoline Christie
Source: Game of Thrones
It was pleasant to see Christie in a role that was so different from that of her well-known Game of Thrones character, Brienne of Tarth, which many fans who recognized Christie's voice or knew of her role as Kylo Ren's go-to stormtrooper found. Fans loved to cheer for Brienne, who is undoubtedly a fierce warrior. They cheered when she died as Phasma.
#7 Karl Urban
Source: The Boys
When Urban made an appearance as a Stormtrooper in Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker, he added Star Wars to his list of acting credits. Through his chameleon-like talent, he has played a variety of roles, including the dapper Dr. "Bones" McCoy in Star Trek, the obnoxious Billy Butcher in The Boys, and the long-haired warrior Eomer in The Lord of the Rings.
#8 Tom Hardy
Source: Mad Max: Fury Road
Hardy did dress up as a Stormtrooper for Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, but his cameo was eventually removed from the finished picture. Though his cameo was omitted from the version shown to viewers around the world, his scene is reportedly included in the bonus deleted scenes footage.
#9 Stephen Colbert
Source: The Late Show With Stephen Colbert
Colbert's appearance as a Stormtrooper in The Rise of Skywalker (as reported by International Business Times) is welcome because it demonstrates that famous people who are known for discussing more somber subjects like politics are also huge Star Wars fans. Fans of science fiction and fantasy might also be surprised to learn that Stephen Colbert appeared as "Laketown Spy" in The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013).
#10 Jamie Oliver
Source: NBC News' "Today" show
Given that Oliver has a non-speaking part, it's ideal that this is his first visible appearance in a full picture. Oliver is undoubtedly a superfan, much like the vast majority of people in the galaxy, but he is one of the select few who has experienced the Dark Side.
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