Star Wars Actor Defends Palpatine’s Shocking Return in Controversial New Film
In the ninth movie, Director J.J. Abrams opted for a confrontation between Rey (Daisy Ridley) and her granddaughter, which sparked debate among fans. This decision was met with criticism, particularly since the initial text scroll in The Rise of Skywalker stated that the galaxy had received a warning of retaliation from the ominous voice of the deceased Emperor Palpatine.