The direction of Star Wars is becoming clearer with news about who will succeed Kathleen Kennedy. For nearly a year, rumors have circulated about Kennedy’s upcoming retirement from her role as Lucasfilm president, with plans for her to continue as a producer. Kennedy has acknowledged working on a transition plan, and many expected an announcement soon. Now, a report from Puck News claims to reveal the individuals who will be taking over from her.
Sources at Puck News report that Kathleen Kennedy will be stepping down as president of Lucasfilm and will be replaced by two people. Dave Filoni, a longtime creative leader and protégé of George Lucas, and Lynwen Brennan, who currently runs the business side of Lucasfilm, will both serve as co-presidents. This change aligns with previous reports that the president’s role was being split to include both a creative expert and a business manager, though Filoni has never been an executive before. Puck anticipates an official announcement within the next couple of weeks and says Kennedy’s exit interview is already scheduled.
What Filoni & Brennan’s New Roles Mean for Lucasfilm
The announcement feels fairly predictable. Dave Filoni, having been mentored by George Lucas, was always the logical choice to succeed Kathleen Kennedy. He’s spent years interacting with fans and representing Lucasfilm at major events. His recent appearance at a LEGO event, promoting their new Smart Bricks, even suggested a broadening of his responsibilities. While Filoni was a solid creative pick to lead Lucasfilm, his limited business background, combined with the growing demands of the position, made it likely he would share leadership responsibilities with a co-president.
Last year, many reports predicted Carrie Beck would become co-president. So, the appointment of Lynwen Brennan is a bit unexpected, though her extensive background makes her well-suited for the role. Currently, according to Lucasfilm, she leads several key divisions, including marketing, games, publishing, consumer products, publicity, asset management, content strategy, ILM, and Skywalker Sound. She received a CBE from Queen Elizabeth II in 2016, recognizing her significant contributions to the UK’s visual effects industry.
The recent news about a solo Rey movie comes at an interesting time, suggesting a fresh start for the Star Wars franchise. This year, The Mandalorian & Grogu will bring a new Star Wars film to theaters for the first time since the conclusion of the sequel trilogy. This movie represents a shift in strategy for Lucasfilm, aiming for a smaller-budget film that can be profitable without needing to earn a billion dollars worldwide. Next year marks Star Wars’ 50th anniversary, with a re-release of the original A New Hope and a new film, Starfighter, directed by Shawn Levy. It’s clear that Dave Filoni and Kathleen Brennan are well-prepared to move forward with these new projects.
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2026-01-06 15:40