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This isn't a new development; just two and a half years earlier, in May 2021, Filoni was similarly promoted, igniting excitement among fans who believed he would be the franchise's savior. His previous role as Executive Creative Director involved oversight of shows like Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Mandalorian, and Book of Boba Fett. Many praised his influence, with Deborah Chow, the director of Kenobi, stating Filoni's pivotal role in maintaining canon and guiding the show's creative process.