Person: Chewbacca

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Lewis Capaldi's response to Noel Gallagher calling him 'f*****g Chewbacca' is hilarious

Noel Gallagher and Lewis Capaldi's back and forth 'banter' has been going on for some weeks now.

celebrity

Vanity Fair feature reveals new information and pictures from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

news

Evening round-up: Ana Kriegel; Ruth Morrissey and Madeleine McCann

general

From Justin Trudeau to Harrison Ford: Tributes pour in for Star Wars' Peter Mayhew

Beating Dublin in Croke Park is like blowing up the Death Star

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No room for sentiment for Cork’s blood brothers Dónal Óg Cusack and Diarmuid O’Sullivan

Smuggler, scoundrel, and hero gets a new lease of life in Star Wars spin-off

Woody Harrelson and Emilia Clarke were among the stars on the set of the of the new Han Solo Star Wars spin-off as filming kicked off at London’s Pinewood Studios.

Thu, 23 Feb, 2017

Harrison Ford leads tributes to 'one-of-a-kind' Carrie Fisher

Hollywood superstar Harrison Ford has led tributes to Star Wars actress Carrie Fisher, who has died at the age of 60.

Wed, 28 Dec, 2016

Want to see what were the most viewed videos on Facebook this year?

Facebook have released a list of the most talked about moments on their platform in Ireland and the world.

Thu, 08 Dec, 2016

Star Wars Battlefront's Death Star DLC will add Chewbacca

Star Wars Battlefront's Death Star DLC, which will be released in September, will add Chewbacca as a playable hero.

Mon, 18 Jul, 2016

QUIRKY WORLD ... Parents persevere as toddler flushes ring down the toilet

USA: A Washington family says sewage workers found a diamond in the rough after their four-year-old son flushed his mother’s wedding ring down the toilet.

Tue, 21 Jun, 2016

QUIRKY WORLD ... Karaoke cop defuses row by belting out ‘I Will Survive’

Scotland: Singer Gloria Gaynor has praised the policeman who entertained a pub crowd with her hit song ‘I Will Survive’ after being called in to deal with a brawl.

Mon, 06 Jun, 2016

Chewie gets céad míle fáilte during surprise school visit in Kerry

The Force was certainly with the children of Scoil an Fheirtéaraigh in west Kerry when a special visitor from a galaxy far, far away called for a visit.

Wed, 25 May, 2016

James Corden carpools with 'Chewbacca Mom' and a very special Star Wars guest

Legend in the making Candace Payne endeared herself to millions over the weekend after she filmed herself trying on her brand new Chebacca mask and laughing hysterically at the Wookie's roar.

Tue, 24 May, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 23 May, 2016

The new Han Solo has been chosen - no pressure so

In case you somehow missed it, there's a standalone Han Solo movie in the works, which is all about his younger years.

Fri, 06 May, 2016

Princes Harry and William filmed cameos for Star Wars Episode VIII

Star Wars Episode VIII is currently filming at Pinewood Studios in the UK, giving the Royal lads Prince Harry and Prince William a chance to visit the set last week.

Tue, 26 Apr, 2016

Movie Reviews: Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Snoopy & Charlie Brown: The Peanuts Movie and Sisters

Star Wars: The Force Awakens (12A) opens 30 years on from the events of Return of the Jedi (1983), with the rebels, led by General Leia (Carrie Fisher), hard-pressed by the evil First Order, led by Supreme Leader Snoke (Andy Serkis), Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and General Hux (Domhnall Gleeson). 

Sat, 19 Dec, 2015

Star Wars: The Force Awakens - Review

4/5

Thu, 17 Dec, 2015

Star Wars: The Force Awakens still cloaked in secrecy ahead of Irish opening

After months of hype, Star Wars: The Force Awakens is almost here.

Mon, 14 Dec, 2015

Your Thursday morning catch-up

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Thu, 26 Nov, 2015

WATCH: Harrison Ford surprises Star Wars super fans on Skype

Forget everything you have heard about Harrison Ford, turns out he’s a bit of a laugh.

Fri, 20 Nov, 2015

Chewbacca actor comforts grieving Star Wars fan with moving letter

It’s been a very sad week for many Star Wars fans when yesterday we learned about the passing of Daniel Fleetwood, a terminally ill man who’s last wish to see ’The Force Awakens’ was granted only a few days before he died.

Wed, 11 Nov, 2015

‘Star Wars’ fan’s dying wish granted

A terminally ill Star Wars fan, who was given just a few months to live, has been granted his wish to see the The Force Awakens, the latest film in the franchise, nearly two months before it comes out in theatres.

Sat, 07 Nov, 2015

The Star Wars Force Awakens theatrical poster and teaser trailers are things of beauty

With just two months to go excitement has been ramping up for the next instalment in the Star Wars franchise.

Sun, 18 Oct, 2015

Gleeson goes evil for ‘Star Wars’ epic

It took a Hollywood blockbuster to do it, but Domhnall Gleeson has officially been lured to the dark side.

Sun, 16 Aug, 2015

Star Wars trailer goes down a storm

Star Wars fans hailed the trailer for the latest instalment in the franchise as “spectacular”, with plenty of drama to keep moviegoers on the edge of their seats as they await the full release later this year.

Sat, 18 Apr, 2015

VIDEO: Matthew McConaughey reacting to the new Star Wars trailer is why the internet was created

Reaction videos are popping up all across the web to the new Star Wars trailer and this one has caught us right in the feels.

Fri, 17 Apr, 2015

Star Wars The Force Awakens teaser 2 - the Force is strong in this one

There's a new Star Wars film on the way at the end of 2015 and if you weren't already excited its time to experience a new teaser!

Fri, 17 Apr, 2015

Star Wars actor Mayhew in hospital

'Star Wars' actor Peter Mayhew has been hospitalised.

Tue, 20 Jan, 2015

Matt names Chewie as sci-fi film fave

Matthew McConaughey has revealed Chewbacca is his all-time favourite sci-fi character.

Thu, 30 Oct, 2014

Fighting superheroes stun shocked onlookers

USA: Chewbacca was forced to step in to break up a fight between Mr Incredible and Batgirl-

Thu, 23 Oct, 2014

No Bothans died to bring you these 'Stars Wars: Episode VII' leaks

Star Wars Episode VII is still more than a year away, but the film is springing more leaks than a reactor core after a shoot-out in Detention Block AA-23.

Fri, 17 Oct, 2014

Freerunner among unknowns to land Star Wars roles

Two young, unknown actors have landed roles in the new Star Wars film following an open casting attended by thousands of hopefuls.

Mon, 07 Jul, 2014

Darth Vader seizes Odessa with army of stormtroopers

The ability to destroy a planet is insignificant next to the power of internet videos.

Tue, 20 May, 2014

Chewbacca's back for new Star Wars

Peter Mayhew is set to return as Chewbacca in 'Star Wars: Episode VII'.

Tue, 08 Apr, 2014

Chewbacca actor has double knee surgery

Peter Mayhew, who portrayed Chewbacca in the Star Wars films, has had double knee-replacement surgery at a Texas hospital.

Thu, 12 Sep, 2013

The greatest guitar skill you'll ever learn: Chewbacca's voice

Arrrrraaaawaawwr.

Fri, 05 Jul, 2013

You’re not gay. You’re in a bromance.

Did you cry with your buddy while watching Fergie say farewell at Old Trafford?

Sun, 19 May, 2013

Chewbacca set for surprise ‘Glee’ role

'Star Wars' character Chewbacca is set to make a guest appearance on 'Glee'.

Tue, 06 Dec, 2011

Star Wars merchandise mania to hit shops

Star Wars mania will be unleashed this weekend when Revenge of the Sith merchandise hits shops worldwide.

Fri, 01 Apr, 2005

Enron faces chief faces 10 years in jail

Andrew Fastow, the chief architect of the shady deals that brought down Enron, pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy in a deal that could take prosecutors to the top of the corporate ladder at the scandal-ridden company.

Thu, 15 Jan, 2004

Instigator of Enron shady deals pleads guilty to conspiracy

ANDREW FASTOW, the chief architect of the shady deals that brought down Enron, pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiracy in a deal that could take prosecutors to the top of the corporate ladder at the scandal-ridden company.

Thu, 15 Jan, 2004

Enron finance chief faces 10 years in jail

Andrew Fastow, the chief architect of the shady deals that brought down Enron, pleaded guilty today to two counts of conspiracy in a deal that could take prosecutors to the top of the corporate ladder at the scandal-ridden company.

Wed, 14 Jan, 2004

Coldplay star: I was gay taunts victim

Coldplay star Chris Martin revealed today he was teased about his sexuality at school.

Wed, 13 Aug, 2003