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The Reality Check: Lucasfilm Still Uses Expanded Universe Content
Contrary to Kennedy’s assertions, Lucasfilm has continued to draw from the expanded universe, especially in visual and narrative references seen in recent productions. For example, actor Chris Tarantino was spotted during the Rise of Skywalker promotional meetings with an expanded universe novel in hand, signaling ongoing engagement with those stories.
Moreover, the franchise's recent storytelling—like the sequels—are heavily influenced by the lore and characters conceived in those older books and comics. The attempt to claim the source material is nonexistent or inadequate is simply false.