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May 28, 2008
Mark Hamill to Appear at Celebration Japan
 Actor Mark Hamill, whose portrayal of Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars Saga has captured the imagination of generations of fans, will appear at Star Wars Celebration Japan, scheduled for July 19-21 in the Makuhari-Messe Convention Center near Tokyo.
Hamill, whose acting career has encompassed scores of appearances in movies and television shows as well as critically acclaimed appearances on Broadway, will help mark the 30th anniversary of the Star Wars Saga in the Land of the Rising Sun, during the first official Star Wars Celebration event to be held in Asia.
Fans can meet Hamill in person in the Celebration Japan Autograph Hall, where he is scheduled to sign autographs all three days of the show. The actor is also scheduled for a rare appearance on the Main Stage.
"We couldn’t be more pleased that Mark will help us celebrate 30 years of Star Wars in Japan," said Steve Sansweet, head of fan relations for Lucasfilm Ltd. "This will be a landmark Celebration for fans, with Mark joining other 30-year Star Wars celebrities like Carrie Fisher, Anthony Daniels, and David Prowse at the show. Celebration Japan will also include special presentations about the new Star Wars: The Clone Wars movie and television series, plus entertainment and events for the entire family to enjoy together. We know this will be an unforgettable weekend for fans of all ages."
Hamill has starred in such films as Corvette Summer (1978), The Big Red One (1980), and The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia (1981). After the release of Return of the Jedi (1983), he turned his attention to theater. He starred in a number of plays, among them "Amadeus" and "The Elephant Man," before focusing on voice work. He has since lent his talents to countless animated productions, notably "Batman: The Animated Series." Star Wars fans were particularly delighted with his guest appearance on "The Simpsons."
Don't miss Mark Hamill at Star Wars Celebration Japan. Star Wars Celebration Japan is the first official Lucasfilm Star Wars Celebration in Asia. Tickets for Celebration Japan are on sale now at www.celebrationjapan.com.
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