He's still alive in this continuity, though in the non-canon "Star Wars" Legends, his extended Wookiee lifespan only takes ...

Most Star Wars blasters mirror real firearms, but Chewbacca's classic bowcaster looks more like a medieval armament. Why does Chewie stick to this old-fashioned design, and does it offer benefits ...

Peter Mayhew played Chewbacca, the gentle giant with a distinctive growl, in Star Wars films for almost 40 years - but how did he find himself inside that huge, hairy costume? The London-born son ...

Let’s tackle Chewbacca first, which is the third appearance ... The Shadows of the Galaxy set for Star Wars: Unlimited is available for pre-order now at your local game store.

But Ben Solo turned into Kylo Ren at some point before the action of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Han Solo and Leia broke up soon after Ben Solo lost his way. And Chewbacca saw it all.

Star Wars star Harrison Ford has paid an emotional tribute to Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew, who has died aged 74, saying: "I loved him." Ford, who played Han Solo, praised the "kind and gentle man ...