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Matthew Willig
LINK Entertainment
1640 South Sepulveda
Suite 207
Los Angeles, CA 90025
USA
Address information
LINK Entertainment
(Talent Management Company)
1640 South Sepulveda
Suite 207
Los Angeles, CA 90025
USA
Phone: (424) 208-7303
Mark Hamill was born on September 25, 1951, in Oakland, California. He is the son of William Thomas Hamill, a naval officer, and Virginia Suzanne Hamill, a homemaker. Growing up in a military family, Hamill moved frequently during his childhood, living in several places, including Virginia, California, and Japan. This transient lifestyle exposed him to diverse cultures and experiences, shaping his artistic interests.
Hamill developed a passion for acting at an early age, participating in school plays and community theater. He attended Annandale High School in Virginia, where he honed his acting skills. After high school, he pursued a degree in drama at Los Angeles City College, where he studied under notable acting coach, John Houseman.
Hamill’s big break came in 1977 when he was cast as Luke Skywalker in George Lucas’s groundbreaking film Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope. The film became a cultural phenomenon, and Hamill’s portrayal of the young Jedi Knight catapulted him to international stardom. His iconic performance alongside co-stars Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher resonated with audiences, and he quickly became synonymous with the character of Luke Skywalker.
Following the success of the original Star Wars trilogy (A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi), Hamill reprised his role in several subsequent films, including Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015) and Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017). His return to the franchise was met with excitement from fans, and Hamill’s portrayal of an older, wiser Luke added depth to the character.
