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Actors Who Almost Got The Big Role

Tony Kerns — Tue, 28 May 2013 18:47:52 +0000

Do you ever sit back and wonder how an iconic movie role would have played out had another actor played the role? Jim Carrey was almost Capt. Jack Sparrow and Will Smith was almost Neo. Actors missing out on major movie roles for various reasons is nothing new, and here's some of the best

'Star Wars' News: White House Nixes Death Star Plans

Damon Houx — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 04:37:48 +0000

For whatever reason, 'Star Wars' fans petitioned the White House wanting the United States to make a Death Star. That the country our the government has no interest in making one is no surprise. But the Chief of the Science and Space Branch at the White House Office of Management and Budget Paul Shawcross responded to the petition in the nerdiest way possible.

Star Wars Coins Minted on South Pacific Island – And They're Real, Spendable Money

Dylan Schenker — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:19:25 +0000

The force is strong with big spenders. Niue, a Pacific nation northeast of New Zealand has minted Star Wars coins adorned with images of classic characters from the trilogy including Luke Skywalker, Yoda, Darth Vader and Princess Leia.