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Star Wars Saga: The Princess Leia Years

This timeline chronicles Carrie Fisher's involvement with the Star Wars franchise, a role that defined her career and cemented her status as a pop culture icon.
Star Wars: A New Hope Release
1977
At the age of 19, Carrie Fisher stars as Princess Leia in 'Star Wars: A New Hope.' The film becomes a global phenomenon, catapulting her to international fame and establishing her as a symbol of female empowerment in science fiction.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Release
1980
Carrie reprises her role as Princess Leia in 'The Empire Strikes Back,' solidifying her character's importance in the Star Wars narrative and further expanding her fanbase.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi Release
1983
The third film in the original trilogy, 'Return of the Jedi,' concludes Leia's initial arc. The iconic 'slave Leia' outfit, while initially a symbol of her captivity, later becomes a source of controversy and discussion about female representation in media, with Carrie offering her own insightful commentary.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens Release
2015
After a long hiatus, Carrie returns to the Star Wars universe in 'The Force Awakens,' now playing General Leia Organa. This marks a significant comeback and introduces her character to a new generation of fans.
Filming Star Wars: The Last Jedi
2016
Carrie completes filming her scenes for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' before her untimely death. The film is dedicated to her memory and serves as a poignant final performance.
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (Posthumous Appearance)
2019
Carrie appears in 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' through the use of previously unreleased footage and visual effects. This allows for a final farewell to Princess Leia and provides closure to her storyline.