Gender Pay Gap in Disney's 'The Acolyte' Series

Disney's Star Wars series 'The Acolyte' has a 19.4% gender pay gap, despite being touted as female-centric. The show has received low ratings and criticism for its creative direction.

Elon Musk criticizes Disney's Star Wars universe for 'woke propaganda'

Elon Musk criticizes Disney's Star Wars universe for pushing 'woke propaganda' and targeting LGBTQ community, particularly slamming Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy for her decisions. The Acolyte series is heavily criticized for its radical agenda.

Leslye Headland and The Acolyte Series

Leslye Headland, showrunner for Disney's The Acolyte, receives praise for creating 'the gayest Star Wars' but tries to distance herself from the queer label in a recent interview. She selected gay actors for prominent roles and emphasized queer representation in the series.

The Acolyte - Disney+ Series

Leslye Headland, creator of The Acolyte, dismisses labeling all-female witch coven as lesbians, urges focus on story. Some viewers see LGBTQ+ content in the show, but Headland denies intentional creation of queer content. Show features female heroines and diverse casting choices.

Controversy Surrounding 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' Series on Disney+

The 'Star Wars: The Acolyte' series on Disney+ has sparked controversy among fans for its queer and woke themes, leading to a divide in the 'Star Wars' fandom. Critics have panned the series for its departure from franchise canon and narrative choices, while some defend it as a necessary update to the franchise.

LGBTQ Representation in 'The Acolyte' Star Wars Show

Leslye Headland, the creator and showrunner of the new 'Star Wars' show 'The Acolyte,' addresses rumors of it being the 'gayest Star Wars ever' and discusses LGBTQ representation in the series.

George Lucas defends Star Wars against accusations of racism and lack of diversity

George Lucas defends Star Wars against accusations of racism and lack of diversity, emphasizing the message of acceptance and equality in his films. He refutes claims of white supremacy and asserts the importance of strong female characters in the franchise.

George Lucas and 'Star Wars' Films Criticism at Cannes Film Festival

George Lucas addresses criticism of the 'Star Wars' films at Cannes Film Festival, emphasizing themes of equality, diversity, and representation in the franchise.

Gender representation in Star Wars

Disney's new Star Wars series Tales of the Empire features a gender-ambiguous character referred to with 'they/them' pronouns. The use of these pronouns has sparked discussion among fans and critics.

Disney's Lucasfilm Purchase and Star Wars Franchise

Disney's claim of generating a 2.9 times return on the purchase of Lucasfilm has been debunked by Forbes, revealing that the methodology used was questionable and did not factor in the actual profit made. The Star Wars franchise has suffered under Disney's management, with disappointing sequels, declining ratings for Disney+ shows, and financial losses on projects like Indiana Jones. Despite the revenue from merchandise and other sources, Disney is still billions in the hole on its Lucasfilm purchase.

Voice actor Mark Dodson's passing

Voice actor Mark Dodson, known for roles in 'Star Wars' and 'Gremlins,' passed away at age 64 from a heart attack while attending a convention. Dodson's career spanned over four decades, and he was beloved by fans worldwide.