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Continuing its legacy of being the gift that keeps on giving, Star Wars introduces another gem to its vast universe withStar Wars: The Acolyte. Among its countless attractions, the show has particularly piqued audience interest for one standout feature, the introduction of a new Wookiee character who happens to be a Jedi.
As the character’s first glimpse is revealed, one hilarious burning question clouds the minds of the fans, why does Chewbacca prefer going au naturel while this Wookiee Jedi rocks a striking ensemble?
Meet The Wookiee Jedi inStar Wars’Latest Offering,The Acolyte
In a groundbreaking moment for theStar Warsuniverse, the upcoming seriesThe Acolytewill debut the first-ever live-action portrayal of a Wookiee Jedi wielding a lightsaber. Say hello to Kelnacca, a fresh addition to the galaxy’s roster of characters.
Leslye Headland Admits One Writer of The Acolyte Has Never Even Watched Star Wars: “I want these emotional beats to be earned”
For actor Joonas Suotamo, from carrying on the legacy of Chewbacca from Peter Mayhew to bringing Kelnacca to life marks yet another remarkable milestone. In a recent interview withEmpiremagazine, Suotamo shared insights into this exciting new role. He revealed,
Ever since [I was] five years old, I’ve been fantasising about being a Jedi, like every kid, When the word ‘Jedi’ was first mentioned [in talks for The Acolyte], I felt really excited – like a little kid who finally gets his favourite toy on his birthday.
He further elaborated,
Peter told me right from the get-go that Chewbacca is a mime character, The audience doesn’t understand what he’s saying exactly, but they [interpret] his mannerisms, and every little twitch, and every little movement, and roar. Kelnacca being a Jedi, that sets certain expectations to how you carry yourself in the line of duty, There are certain assumptions that can be made as to whether he lets his emotions take control of him to the extent that Chewbacca would, for example. It was very interesting to bake that into the character and try to personify that on screen.
While not the first Wookiee to grace the screen, this Jedi has undoubtedly left an impression on the fans, leaving fans eagerly anticipatingwhat awaits them.
This Wookiee Jedi Spurs Fans to Question Chewbacca’s Now-Peculiar Choices
The initial glimpses of the character undoubtedly caused a stir on the internet, andsubsequent teasersonly fueled the intrigue. Now, fans are eagerly waiting for the unfolding of this new character’s journey, all while reminiscing about their dear friend Chewbacca and reflecting on some of his peculiar choices.
With this stylishly dressed Wookiee making waves, fans are humorously wondering why Chewbacca has never bothered with clothing when this new Wookiee seems to sport a rather fetching outfit. Here is what the fans are saying,
Now I need to know why Chebacca doesn’t wear clothes
— Matt Desmond (@DisneyScoopGuy)July 28, 2025
He was a smuggler he doesn’t need clothes.
— Angel With The Scabbed Wings (@TaigasRevenge)June 14, 2025
The Wookie Jedi was raised by the Jedi instead of by his own people. He’s probably unfamiliar with his own culture.
— Kaos Arcanna (@kaosarcanna)June 05, 2025
https://twitter.com/Peter30302273/status/1791879664237002786
Wookiees wear a variety of clothing but mostly just armor or necessary accessories (like Chewie’s bandolier). this Wookiee is definitely only wearing robes out of Jedi tradition
— ✨lilian || #RenewTheAcolyte✨ (@ianlovesfilm)June 25, 2025
It was the 70’s man. Everyone did weird shit
— RoryKenneigh 🔞 (Ponyta Event) (@Rory_Kenneigh)June 03, 2025
While fans enjoy lighthearted banter and speculation, their deeper desire remains, to uncover the answers to their burning questions.
“Looks like a prequel to Power Rangers”: Star Wars: The Acolyte Gets Nightmare Response With Its New Look From the Show
The series deals with a mystery as a revered Jedi Master who finds himself tangled in a clash with a rival from his past. With each new revelation, the show keeps on getting interesting. The stellar cast includes Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-Jae, Manny Jacinto, and many more.
The first two episodes of Star Wars: The Acolyte premiers on June 4th on Disney+
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
