History of Hayden Christensen in Timeline

Hayden Christensen is a Canadian actor best known for playing Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader in the Star Wars franchise. He initially starred in the prequel films, *Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones* and *Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith*. He later returned to the role in the Disney+ series *Obi-Wan Kenobi* and *Ahsoka*, solidifying his association with the iconic character and franchise.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2007: Purchase of farm near Uxbridge, Ontario

In 2007, Hayden Christensen bought a farm near Uxbridge, Ontario.

2008: Renovating farm and learning about agriculture

In 2008, Hayden Christensen noted that he had been renovating his farm property himself and devoting time to learning about livestock, crops, and agricultural machinery.

2008: Public service announcement and modeling work

In 2008, Hayden Christensen performed a public service announcement for Do Something's Teens for Jeans Campaign, modeled in Louis Vuitton's advertising, and was named as the face of Lacoste's newest fragrance, Lacoste Challenge. He was also featured in RED's Lazarus Effect Campaign.

November 2013: Collaboration with RW&Co

In November 2013, Hayden Christensen collaborated with Canadian fashion chain RW&Co to release a men's clothing line inspired by his farm.

2015: Reason for buying the farm

In 2015, Hayden Christensen explained that he bought the farm because “he didn’t want to grow too entitled as an actor” after starring in Star Wars.

2018: Played in Soccer Aid charity match

In 2018 Christensen played in the annual Soccer Aid charity match playing for the World XI team to raise funds for UNICEF.

2023: Hand-built fishing ponds on farm

In 2023, Hayden Christensen revealed at a convention that he had hand-built multiple fishing ponds on his farm, complete with water features and plumbing that he did himself.

August 15, 2025: Ceremonial first pitch at Chicago Cubs game

On August 15, 2025, Hayden Christensen threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Chicago Cubs game, wearing a Cubs jersey with the number 66 as a nod to “Order 66” from Star Wars.