Meg Dowell
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Kylo Ren's Relationship With His Dad Is the True Tragedy of the 'Star Wars' Sequels
Who is Kylo Ren's father in 'Star Wars'? Kylo's rocky relationship with his dad is the most tragic part of the franchise's sequel trilogy films.
Yoda Was One of the Oldest Jedi Masters — Who Taught Him Everything He Knew?
Jedi Master Yoda trained Dooku and many other Jedi in the ways of the Force. But who taught the iconic 'Star Wars' hero how to be a Jedi?
Who Is Anakin's Father in 'Star Wars'? Fans Think They Know the Answer, but They're Wrong
Anakin's father in 'Star Wars' has remained a mystery for decades, and some fans are confused about how he came to exist in the universe.
'Star Wars' Fans Spent Months Thinking Boba Fett Was Dead — Even in Legends
Boba Fett's death in 'Star Wars' was only canon for a short time. Fans may never actually see him die on screen, even though he came close once.
Here's Why 'Star Wars' Fans Are Freaking out About Order 66 (Again)
What is Order 66? Every 'Star Wars' TV show released over the past few years has revisited it, and some fans don't understand why.
Here's Where You May Have Seen Cody From 'The Bad Batch' Before
Who is Cody from 'The Bad Batch' Season 2? The Imperial trooper working with Crosshair has a much darker 'Star Wars' backstory than you might realize.
Obi-Wan Kenobi and R2-D2's 'A New Hope' Reunion Still Confuses 'Star Wars' Fans
Why doesn't Obi-Wan remember R2-D2 when they reunite in 'A New Hope'? 'Star Wars' fans have been puzzled by the exchange for years.
One of Taylor Swift's Cats Is Worth Millions — How Does That Even Happen?
Taylor Swift's cat Olivia Benson is worth a lot — but she's not a feline Instagram influencer. Here's how she's earned her net worth.
16 Gifts for Every Kind of 'Star Wars' Fan — Even the Ones Who Already Have Everything
These unique gifts for 'Star Wars' fans don't just look great — they're actually useful around the house, the office, and elsewhere.
How Did Darth Maul Survive Being Cut in Half? The Answer Is Very On-Brand for Him
How did Darth Maul survive? His 'The Phantom Menace' death turned out to be his means of survival long after the Star Wars movie ended.
Is the Disney Channel Really Shutting Down in 2022?
Rumors that Disney Channel might be shutting down for good have seemingly appeared out of nowhere. But the end of the era would actually make sense.
Somehow, Palpatine Survived That Iconic 'Return of the Jedi' Death — Here's What to Know
How did Palpatine survive being thrown down a Death Star exhaust shaft? The real answer is classic science fiction ... and very weird.
Jar Jar Binks Disappeared After 'Revenge of the Sith' — or Did He?
What happened to Jar Jar Binks after 'Revenge of the Sith' ended? He never appeared again canonically — at least not on screen.
How Jabba the Hutt's Death Ignited a 'Star Wars' Fan Movement
How did Jabba the Hutt die? The first act of 'Return of the Jedi' killed off dozens of characters, but his death was the most iconic.
Darth Vader's Mask Isn't Just Scary — It Also Keeps Him Alive
Can Darth Vader survive without his mask? The suit he wears in 'Star Wars' makes him look scary, but it's more than a fashion statement.
Mace Windu May Have Survived the 'Star Wars' Prequels, According to Some Fan Theories
Is Mace Windu alive? How he could have survived the 'Star Wars' prequels is a mystery, but fans are hopeful he'll make a surprise return someday.
How Old Was Yoda When He Died? He Lived for Hundreds of Years in 'Star Wars'
How old was Yoda when he died? His species is known for living a very long time, but 'Star Wars' actually revealed his age in the films.
This Dark 'Star Wars' Fan Theory Could Explain What Happened to Grogu After 'The Mandalorian'
Grogu is a key character in 'The Mandalorian,' but many 'Star Wars' fans fear he won't survive for long. Here's why the fan theories are so dark.
Is Princess Leia a Jedi? She Has a Lightsaber
Princess Leia has a lightsaber in 'Star Wars,' but is she a Jedi? The most recent film in the franchise answers the question ... sort of.
Adria Arjona's 'Andor' Character Plays a Major Role Despite Limited Screen Time
Bix (Adria Arjona) isn't in every episode of 'Andor,' but continues to be one of the most compelling characters. Here's what we know about her.
Jyn Erso Is the Star of 'Rogue One' — but Where Is She in 'Andor'?
Jyn Erso meets Cassian in 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,' but so far in 'Andor,' she's nowhere to be found. Why?
Can't Stop Falling Asleep While Reading? There's a Reason You Can't Stay Awake
Why does reading make you feel sleepy? There's a scientific explanation for the annoying, but preventable, habit.
HBO's 'The Last of Us' Is a Story That's Been Around for a Decade
Is the upcoming HBO series 'The Last of Us' based on a book? Here's where the original story came from.
Twitter Had Many Owners Before Elon Musk Took Over — The Company's History, Explained
Many credit Jack Dorsey as Twitter's main man, but there were multiple founders in the beginning, even before the company went public.
Is Gaffney Chicago Medical Center From 'Chicago Med' a Real Hospital?
The hospital in 'Chicago Med' looks like a real hospital, but is Gaffney Chicago Medical Center from the show a real place?
Why Do Donuts Have Holes? The History of Donuts, Donut Holes, and How to Spell Them
Donuts have been around for a long time, but no one can agree on who's exactly responsible for why donuts have holes.
'The Dropout' Fans Can Read These Elizabeth Holmes Books for More of the Story
In addition to 'The Dropout,' there are several books that go into more detail about the story behind the popular Hulu series.
Every 'LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' DLC Pack Announced So Far
'LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga' is finally here! But there's more than just the base game. Here's what we know about the DLC packs.
'I Am Your Father' — Darth Vader Almost Never Knew That Leia Was His Daughter
Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader are pop culture's most famous father-son duo. But Leia is also Vader's daughter — and he almost never knew it.
Books About Julia Child for Fans of Food and the New HBO Max Drama 'Julia'
Viewers of HBO Max's new series 'Julia' might want to know even more about the life of Julia Child. These books can help fill in the gaps.
The Best 'Halo' Books to Read As You Watch the New Show
These are the best 'Halo' books to read while you watch the upcoming TV series on Paramount Plus.
The Most Anticipated Books by Women Coming This Year
Looking for more books to read this year? These are the most talked-about books by women on the publishing schedule in 2022.
If You Like ‘Pieces of Her,’ You’ll Love These Thrilling Books
Enjoy 'Pieces of Her' on Netflix? It's based on a book, and we've rounded up a few similar stories you might also want to read.
'Halo Infinite' Multiplayer Is Live — Here's How to Start Playing Right Now
Microsoft celebrated 'Halo's' 20th anniversary by unexpectedly making 'Halo Infinite' multiplayer available early. Here's how to play.
The ‘Overwatch’ Halloween Event 2021 Has Arrived: Here’s Every Challenge and Spooky Skin You Don’t Want to Miss
Players who log in during the 'Overwatch' Halloween 2021 event can earn spooky rewards for completing various challenges throughout the event.
‘Outrageous Pumpkins’ Judges Marc Evan and Terri Hardin Are the Perfect Professionals for the Job
You can't have a Food Network competition show without a panel of experts to judge each contestant's creations. Meet the 'Outrageous Pumpkins' judges.
Why Is Daniel Craig Leaving the James Bond Franchise? What We Know About the Actor's Departure After 'No Time to Die'
Daniel Craig has played James Bond since 2006. Here's what he has said about leaving the role after 'No Time to Die,' his fifth and final Bond movie.
Who Will Replace Chadwick Boseman in 'Black Panther 2'? How Marvel Will Honor T'Challa's Legacy
Who will replace Chadwick Boseman in 'Black Panther 2' following the actor's death? Marvel's Kevin Feige revealed more info about the cast in 2020.
