Recent rumors have come flooding about MCU star Angela Bassett meeting with Lucasfilm for a potential Star Wars role in their upcoming project. Upon receiving this news, fans and followers have taken to social media to express, share, and support the move, claiming it to be magical. Although there are always those who rebel, the rumor has been receiving a lot of positive support.
Star Wars, one of the most popular space epics ever made, has, for almost half a century, ensnared audiences with the heroic tales of light and the mysticism of The Force. From film trilogies to series, animation, and novels, it spans multiple franchises. Although the franchise is in a bit of a pinch, it is expected to make a grand comeback.
From Wakanda to a Galaxy Far, Far Away: Angela Bassett in Talks for Star Wars?
Acclaimed actress Angela Bassett, fresh off her Golden Globe win for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has reportedly set her sights on a new galaxy – Star Wars. According to sources, Bassett met with Lucasfilm executives to discuss possibilities of her featuring in a Star Wars project. Though the particulars are under wraps, the rumor sends a tingling buzz that echoes in the entire fandom.
Angela Bassett has reportedly met with Lucasfilm for a role in a #StarWars project.
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Bassett was awesome and captivating for many years because of her amazing performances from playing the legendary Tina Turner to playing the “scene-stealing” Queen Ramonda of the MCU. The idea of delivering her talent to the Star Wars universe is an overwhelming excitement. Bassett’s part in the franchise could be a major step towards the representation in Star Wars.
The franchise, while making strides in recent years, has often been criticized for its lack of diversity, particularly among lead characters. Having a Black actress, and an Honorary Oscar of Color, her addition to star as one major character will be a very big win for inclusivity and will send a strong message to a huge variety of cinema lovers all over the world.
Needless to say, the plot and the role Mrs. Bassett may play are under a cloud of doubt. The options are as unlimited as the stars we see. As Angela Bassett has not had any official confirmation from Lucasfilm, the only thing that the fans can be assured of is the excitement if she becomes a part of the Star Wars family.
Decades of Hard Work Rewarded as Angela Bassett Receives Honorary Oscar
Angela Bassett, a beacon of talent and perseverance in Hollywood, was finally awarded an honorary Oscar at the 14th annual Governors Awards. This honor symbolizes her outstanding career of great dynamic performances and breakthrough portrayals over the past three decades in Hollywood.
Bassett’s determination and bravery navigating a society marked by segregation, as a woman propelled her to recognition within and beyond her field. The prestigious Oscar award stands as a symbol of her dedication, to her artistry and the significant influence she has had on the film industry.
The fate of Bassett’s achievement is the founding stone for aspiring actors and actresses, and this is evidence that hard work can be effective in breaking down barriers. Her journey is a demonstration of how passion, ability, hard work, and pushing boundaries come hand in hand to make a path for an incredible achievement.
