Mark Hamill is remembering Star Wars actor Alec Guinness on his birthday. The Obi-Wan Kenobi actor was born on April 2 1914 and helped the Jedi become one of the most beloved characters in popular culture. Hamill likes to shine a light on the people he’s worked alongside during his career. Guinness is an interesting case because he was an older presence on the Star Wars set. It seems like both the Luke Skywalker actor and his co-stars leaned a lot at the feet of this tenured performer. Fans, of course, appreciate these nods too. Because as many younger viewers associate Obi-Wan with Ewan McGregor, there has to be some level of respect for the originator. With a full-blown Disney+ series on the near horizon, it is nice for Hamill to take a look back at one of the men who helped Star Wars reach the heights it now enjoys.
Born April 2nd 1914 #AlecGuinness is one of the finest & most versatile actors of all time. He also happened to be kind, warm, witty, as well as generous & unassuming. He was everything I wanted him to be… & much, much more. #ForeverGratefulForOurFriendship pic.twitter.com/7fUsm31k7A
