The "Star Wars" actress added that a director also called her "quite aggressive."
There's no more obvious scope for romance in The Force Awakens than that seen simmering in the background between Daisy Ridley's Rey and John Boyega's Finn.
In the "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" it is revealed that Rey is the granddaughter of the evil Emperor Palpatine, but Ridley said that wasn’t always the case.
"Do not bring out a Black character, market them to be much more important in the franchise than they are and then have them pushed to the side."
“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” will begin streaming two months early on Disney+ in honor of “May the 4th,” a.k.a. “Star Wars Day,” Disney announced Monday.The final chapter in the Skywalker saga joins Disney+’s previously announced May the 4th offerings, which includes the launch of a making-of docuseries for “The Mandalorian” (titled “Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian”), and the series finale of “Star Wars: The Clone Wars.”With the addition of “Rise of Skywalker” to Disney+ on May 4 (May 5 in the Netherlands, due to the Memorial Day holiday), fans will be able to stream the complete nine-part Skywalker saga all in one place for the first time ever, along with other “Star Wars” movies and TV series including, “The Mandalorian,” “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.”Also Read: 'Star Wars' Series in the Works at Disney+ From 'Russian Doll' Co-Creator Leslye HeadlandPer the streaming service, “In addition to new content offerings, Disney+ will also honor the artistry of Star Wars with a week-long concept art takeover on the service. Like a commemorative gallery, each film and series’ artwork will be updated on May 4th to feature its original concept paintings. From ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’ to ‘The Mandalorian,’ the updated art will feature work from celebrated artists such as the legendary Ralph McQuarrie and Academy Award-winning artist, author, and production designer, Doug Chiang. On the Disney+ home screen, the animated ‘Star Wars’ brand tile, viewable on web and connected TV devices, gets upgraded with a new animation that honors the signature hyperspace jump.”Directed by J.J. Abrams, “The Rise of Skywalker” stars Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Anthony Daniels, Naomi Ackie, Domhnall Gleeson, Richard E. Grant, Lupita Nyong’o, Keri Russell, Joonas Suotamo, Kelly Marie Tran, Ian McDiarmid and Billy Dee Williams.The film is produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Abrams and Michelle Rejwan. Callum Greene, Tommy Gormley and Jason McGatlin serve as executive producers. The screenplay was written by Chris Terrio and Abrams and the story is by Derek Connolly and Colin Trevorrow and Abrams and Terrio, based on characters created by George Lucas.Read original story ‘Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker’ to Begin Streaming on Disney+ on May 4th At TheWrap
It's been over two years since the release of "The Last Jedi," but that hasn't stopped Johnson from giving new insights into his process.
The man behind the iconic protocol droid offers rare behind-the-scenes stories from every "Star Wars" movie in Yahoo's latest installment of "Role Recall."
The "Star Wars" actor fought online with fans who called him a "misogynist" and more.
Director J.J. Abrams and "Star Wars" leads Daisy Ridley, John Boyega and Oscar Isaac reflect on the past, present and future of the franchise.
J.J. Abrams gave Daisy Ridley a weird, "The Great British Bake Off" themed gift.
An interview with Ridley reportedly got testy after she was asked about benefiting from a privileged background.
Daisy Ridley opens up about the "difficult" experience of filming "The Rise Of Skywalker" after Carrie Fisher's death in an interview with British GQ.
Daisy Ridley elaborates on the jaw-dropping reveal in the latest footage from "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker."
New heroes, new villains, and an epic battle ahead.
J.J. Abrams, Kathleen Kennedy and John Boyega talk about the first trailer and new title for Episode IX.
His tweets came after his co-star deleted all of her Instagram posts.
“Last Jedi” star deletes all Instagram posts following relentless racial and sexual harassment.
"Star Wars" movies have been influencing names for decades, so clearly the new generation of characters from a galaxy far, far away introduced in "The Force Awakens" and returning in "The Last Jedi" will leave their imprint on young Padawans.
It’s not easy to get hold of actual props from a “Star Wars” movie, unless you were actually in a “Star Wars” movie. Yahoo Entertainment asked members of the “Last Jedi” cast whether they have a favorite reminder of their work on the film.
“The Force Awakens” was a game-changer for Daisy Ridley and John Boyega, instantly catapulting them to worldwide fame.
For those who didn't catch a transport to L.A., here are the best images from inside the all-star all-"Star Wars" event.
To porg or not to porg?
Mark Hamill, Daisy Ridley, and John Boyega have seen the movie and reveal their instant reactions to their late co-star's farewell to the galaxy far, far away.
Meanwhile, the director and cast of the new sequel go on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," where they reveal one not-so-big spoiler.
Princess Leia’s legacy lives on — in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' and in the happy memories Carrie Fisher left with her intergalactic family.