Dave Filoni takes charge of Star Wars as new president of Lucasfilm
There’s a new name in charge of stewarding Star Wars at Lucasfilm. The studio just announced that Dave Filoni – best-known for his work on The Mandalorian and The Clone Wars – will be taking over as president. Former president Kathleen Kennedy, whose departure had been rumored for some time, will be stepping down and returning to producing films full-time.
Under the new structure, Filoni will continue to serve as chief creative officer at Lucasfilm, alongside becoming the studio’s president. Lynwen Brennan, who has been at the studio since 1999 and most recently served as president and GM of Lucasfilm business, will be co-president.
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