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Star Wars Editor Marcia Lucas Dies at 80
30 May
Summary
- Marcia Lucas, editor of the first Star Wars film, died May 27.
- She passed away at 80 due to metastatic cancer at her California home.
- Marcia Lucas was a trailblazer for women in film and influential editor.
Marcia Lucas, a pivotal figure in cinematic history and the editor of the original Star Wars film, died on May 27 at the age of 80. Her family announced her passing, stating she succumbed to metastatic cancer at her residence in Rancho Mirage, California. The announcement highlighted her peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones.
Her family fondly remembered Marcia Lucas as a pioneering woman in the film industry and a highly influential editor. Her professional journey began in 1967 when she met George Lucas while working as an assistant editor. This meeting marked the start of both a personal and professional relationship, leading to their marriage in 1969.
Lucas's early career saw her contributing to significant films such as Francis Ford Coppola's The Rain People in 1969. She also assisted on George Lucas's debut feature, THX 1138, released in 1971, establishing her as a respected editor.
