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Daisy Ridley Excited by Ben Solo Reveal, Project Canceled

12/9/2025

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Daisy Ridley, the actress who plays Rey, said she was surprised and excited by The Hunt for Ben Solo’s reveal.
She acknowledged hearing rumors and was shocked when Adam Driver announced the project.
Ridley praised the fan response and noted unity among Star Wars supporters.
Disney executives canceled the project, but she remains hopeful about future Star Wars developments.
Ridley also stars in We Bury the Dead, releasing January 2, 2026.

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Daisy Ridley, the actress who plays Rey, said she was surprised and excited by The Hunt for Ben Solo’s reveal.
She acknowledged hearing rumors and was shocked when Adam Driver announced the project.
Ridley praised the fan response and noted unity among Star Wars supporters.
Disney executives canceled the project, but she remains hopeful about future Star Wars developments.
Ridley also stars in We Bury the Dead, releasing January 2, 2026.