The Padawan Collector

On June 4, 2010 - Adidas launched its epic Star Wars commercial featuring celebrities inserted into the Mos Eisley Cantina scene from A New Hope. Daft Punk, David Beckham, Snoop Dogg, Franz Beckenbauer and more made appearances. #StarWars

Did you have this action figure back in the day?  Not many people did... actionfigures

I like how I say "Conflicted".  Anyway, here is some Star Wars lore to get you thru a Wednesday. #lukeskywalker #starwarshistory #returnofthejedi

On June 2, 2005 - Rolling Stone published George Lucas’ interview about the cult of Darth Vader. Lucas revealed Vader was never meant to be just a villain — but a tragic warning about fear, power, and redemption. One of cinema’s greatest characters. #StarWars #DarthVader

We all wish the helmet came off... #actionfigures #kenner

One of the reasons the original Star Wars trilogy still feels timeless is the incredible dogfight sequences. #StarWars

On June 1, 1975 - Rogue One director Gareth Edwards was born. He gave Star Wars fans one of the most emotional and visually stunning films in the saga — including the unforgettable Battle of Scarif and Darth Vader hallway scene. #StarWars #RogueOne #DarthVader

Why were toys & cartoons so cool in the 1980's? Here's why... #80sToys #vintagetoys

Who voiced the most annoying character in Return of the Jedi? #starwars #behindthescenes

On May 30, 1999 - The Phantom Menace opened in Malaysia, continuing the film’s incredible worldwide rollout. After a 16-year wait for a new Star Wars movie, fans around the globe packed theaters and helped turn Episode I into a worldwide cultural event. #StarWars #thephantommenace

The action figure with the most style... EVER. #vintagetoys

Today we remember and honor Marcia Lucas, whose contributions to Star Wars helped shape cinematic history forever. #StarWars

This person played the same Star Wars character 14 years apart, and in a bikini! #starwarshistory #thepadawancollector #starwarsrewind #returnofthejedi

On May 29, 2013 - LEGO Star Wars: The Yoda Chronicles premiered on Cartoon Network with "The Phantom Clone." The special introduced fan-favorite Jek-14 and helped expand one of the most successful collaborations in Star Wars history. #StarWars #LEGOStarWars

Is this the coolest looking Star Wars action figure in your collection?  Did you have this back in the day? #retrotoys

On May 28, 2007 - The History Channel aired Star Wars: A Legacy Revealed — a 2-hour special exploring the mythology, politics, religion, and real-world history that inspired Star Wars. Many fans still consider it one of the best Star Wars documentaries ever made. #StarWars

I don't remember any kid asking for this action figure back in the day, but as an adult we all need it in our collections 😂 #starwarstoys

Most people get this wrong:  When was the first time Boba Fett was seen in public? #bobafett #starwars #starwarshistory #thepadawancollector #starwarsrewind

On May 27, 1922 - Christopher Lee was born. Shop Star Wars hats using my link: https://amzn.to/4tVE2iv (Affiliate link) I am an Amazon Affiliate and make commission on qualified purchases. #StarWars

Is this the coolest Han Solo action figure ever made? #80stoys

How did they shoot the Speeder Bike scene in Return of the Jedi?  It's pretty cool actually #behindthescenes #returnofthejedi #filmmaking #starwarshistory

Why doesn't Luke have a blue lightsaber in Return of the Jedi?  Let's find out. #lukeskywalker #returnofthejedi #behindthescenes #lightsaber

On May 26, 1913 - Peter Cushing was born. His portrayal of Grand Moff Tarkin in 1977’s Star Wars helped define the Empire’s cold, calculating evil. Fun fact: many Tarkin scenes were filmed with Cushing wearing slippers instead of boots. #StarWars #PeterCushing

Check out my new video: https://youtu.be/u7jBpvTLwIo?si=i5FOnUmLLooNZB6V Today we’re catching up on mail packed with vintage Star Wars treasures… and some of these completely surprised me. Lets go! #starwars #vintagetoys #unboxing #starwarsfans

May 25th is legendary in Star Wars history. Star Wars opened in 1977, Return of the Jedi in 1983, and Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2018. Three generations of films released on the same date that changed pop culture forever. #StarWars #ROTJ #ANewHope #HanSolo

Let's take a look at the original Jabba the Hutt and where he started at ILM. #jabbathehutt #returnofthejedi #starwars #thepadawancollector

Massive respect for Obi-Wan Kenobi.  Here's why... #starwars #respect #benkenobi

Today In Star Wars History… The First (Official) Convention #StarWars

Did you have this classic action figure?  Not many were made. #actionfigures #vintagecollection #kenner #toyscollector #scifi

R2-D2's real voice. #starwars #starwarshistory

The Star Wars General with the nicest beard in the Galaxy... #returnofthejedi

The Toughest Looking Action Figure Barada was first released in 1984 in the Sears exclusive Jabba the Hutt Dungeon Action Playset and got his cardback debut in 1985 on the Power of the Force toyline by Kenner. He comes with a Skiff Guard Staff. #starwars

Who the heck is Kadar? #starwars #returnofthejedi

On May 21, 1980 - Empire Strikes Back hit U.S. theaters. Audiences witnessed Hoth, Yoda, Boba Fett, and the shocking Vader reveal for the very first time. Still considered by many the greatest sequels ever made. #StarWars #EmpireStrikesBack

The Original Anakin... #actionfigures

Vader under the mask... #darthvader #returnofthejedi

On May 20, 2013 - Rebels was officially announced. The series introduced Ezra Bridger, canonized Thrawn, expanded Ahsoka’s story, and became one of the most important bridges between the prequels and original trilogy. #StarWars #Rebels

Did you know early drafts of Return of the Jedi originally had a much darker ending? #DarthVader

Check out my new video: https://youtu.be/EfGEFndNrvM?si=q7XZJye7gSHEVVbl #vintagetoys

On May 19, 1999 - Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace hit U.S. theaters and broke opening-day records with $28.5 million. Fans camped out for weeks, Darth Maul stole the spotlight, and Star Wars returned to cinemas after 16 years. #StarWars

The most famous bikini and it's inspiration. #princessleia #returnofthejedi #carriefisher

In 1985, Kenner released what would become the final chapter of the original vintage Star Wars toy line: the legendary Power of the Force collection. #ToyCollectors

Today In Star Wars History… Star Wars Gone Global #StarWars