Actress Daisy Ridley, known for her role as Rey in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, recently had a surreal experience while visiting Disneyland in Anaheim, California. She came face-to-face with the theme park performer who portrays Rey from the film. Ridley shared moments from her visit on her Instagram story, expressing how surreal it was to see someone else playing the character she brought to life on screen.
During her visit to the theme park, Daisy Ridley also took the time to praise her Disneyland tour guide, Philander, calling him “the best Disneyland tour guide there ever was.” She appreciated the experience of interacting with the cast member who embodied her character, adding an extra layer of magic to her visit.
As Ridley explored the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge area of the Disney theme park, she shared moments of waiting in line for the Rise of the Resistance attraction. Seeing herself as a hologram portraying Rey on the ride left her in awe, with Ridley exclaiming, “Being IN the (top rated!) ride at Disneyland is MAD!” Her return to the Star Wars universe to reprise her role of Rey in an upcoming film directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy has reignited her connection to the beloved franchise.
Despite her excitement for her role as Rey, Ridley has also faced criticism and backlash from fans, particularly regarding the final installment of the sequel trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker. In a recent podcast appearance on Happy Sad Confused, she expressed her feelings about the divisive reactions to the film, stating, “It’s still upsetting. You don’t want people to feel like you’ve not served the thing they’re a fan of.” Ridley acknowledged the mixed responses to The Last Jedi, noting how the differing opinions have shaped the way fans perceive the trilogy as a whole.
Daisy Ridley’s visit to Disneyland was not just a fun day out but a profound experience of seeing her character come to life in a new way. From interacting with the Rey performer to reflecting on the complexities of fan expectations, Ridley continues to navigate the highs and lows of being a part of the Star Wars universe.
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