Kathleen Kennedy's Star Wars Legacy & What's Next!
Kathleen Kennedy steps down from Lucasfilm as Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan take over, plus major Galaxy’s Edge changes shake up Star Wars’ future.
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Jan 20, 2026
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On tonight’s episode of The Youtini Show, Eric breaks down a seismic shift in the Star Wars landscape as Kathleen Kennedy officially steps down as President of Lucasfilm. We discuss what this transition means with Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan stepping into leadership roles, how their vision could shape the future of Star Wars storytelling, and what fans should expect next. Plus, we react to reports of major changes coming to Galaxy’s Edge and what they could mean for the park experience.
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