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Wayne's Star Wars Legacy: A Family Affair
22 May
Summary
- Brendan Wayne discovered his grandfather's voice in Star Wars.
- John Wayne's voice was used in 'A New Hope' for a spy.
- Brendan incorporated his grandfather's western style into Mando.
Brendan Wayne, the actor portraying the titular character in 'The Mandalorian & Grogu,' has revealed a surprising family connection to the Star Wars universe. He discovered that his grandfather, legendary actor John Wayne, had a subtle presence in the franchise's earliest film.
John Wayne's voice was utilized in 'Star Wars: Episode IV: A New Hope' for the character Garindan ezz Zavor. This audio was reportedly sourced from stock recordings related to 'True Grit,' the elder Wayne's final film role before his passing in 1979. Brendan Wayne expressed amusement at this revelation, joking about riding on his grandfather's coattails.
Intriguingly, Brendan was unaware of this connection when he was cast as the Mandalorian. He also shared that his natural gait, influenced by his grandfather's western persona, was initially pointed out by director Jon Favreau. This unintentional nod to his family's cinematic heritage added a unique layer to his performance, alongside elements inspired by actors like Yul Brynner and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
