The president of Lucasfilm, Kathleen Kennedy, will step down after 14 years at the studio and be replaced by a pair of co-presidents. Chief Creative Officer Dave Filoni will remain in his current position and adopt his new title as president. Lynwen Brennan, President and General Manager of Lucasfilm’s businesses, will serve as co-president. During her tenure at Lucasfilm, Kennedy oversaw the production of five Star Wars films that grossed $6 billion, according to Puck News. She was also responsible for jump-starting the company’s streaming business with Disney+, which launched shows like The Mandalorian and Andor. However, Kennedy’s tenure at Lucasfilm also included back-and-forth news on movie releases and theatrical flops. The 2018 film Solo struggled at the box office after a messy production process. Filmmakers often announced movies with the studio, but the productions never came about, leaving a seven-year gap in the legacy franchise. Disney CEO Bob Iger said in a statement about the change in leadership, “We’re deeply grateful for Kathleen Kennedy’s leadership, her vision, and her stewardship of such an iconic studio and brand.” Kennedy will continue as a producer for two upcoming films.
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