History of Mark Hamill in Timeline

Mark Hamill is a celebrated American actor, most famously known for portraying Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars saga, a role that launched him to international stardom. Beyond Star Wars, he's widely recognized as the voice of the Joker in numerous DC Comics animated productions, beginning with Batman: The Animated Series in 1992. This role has solidified his place as a versatile and accomplished voice actor. His career spans decades, demonstrating his talent and enduring popularity in both live-action and voice acting roles.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education

January 11, 1977: Car accident

On January 11, 1977, Mark Hamill was in a car accident before shooting a scene in Star Wars. He fractured his nose and left cheekbone, leading to a double being used for landspeeder pickup shots.

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December 17, 1978: Marriage to Marilou York

On December 17, 1978, Mark Hamill married dental hygienist Marilou York in a private civil ceremony.

1981: "First serious love" with Anne Wyndham

According to a 1981 profile in People, Mark Hamill's "first serious love" was actress Anne Wyndham, who played his sister on General Hospital, and with whom he had an offscreen relationship.

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1987: Debut of The Simpsons

In 1987, The Simpsons debuted on The Tracey Ullman Show, becoming a show Mark Hamill greatly enjoyed. He later guest-starred as himself in The Simpsons episode "Mayored to the Mob."

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1990: Chelsea Hamill's photographic appearance in The Flash

In 1990, Chelsea Hamill made a photographic appearance as an infant Axel Walker in the television series The Flash; the same photograph was used in the 2014 series.

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2005: Comparison to George W. Bush

In 2005, Mark Hamill expressed discomfort with comparisons between Luke Skywalker and George W. Bush, stating that "it gives me a cold shiver down my spine".

2008: Support for Barack Obama

Prior to the 2008 presidential election, Mark Hamill urged students at Point Park University to vote for Barack Obama, describing him as "a once in a lifetime candidate".

2012: Criticism of Mitt Romney

Prior to the 2012 presidential election, Mark Hamill referred to Mitt Romney as a "snake oil salesman".

2014: Re-use of Chelsea Hamill's photograph in The Flash series

In 2014, a photograph of Chelsea Hamill as an infant Axel Walker, which originally appeared in the 1990 television series The Flash, was re-used in the 2014 series.

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2016: Endorsement of P.G. Sittenfeld

In 2016, Mark Hamill endorsed P.G. Sittenfeld in the Ohio Senate election.

2017: Reflection on relationship with Anne Wyndham

In a 2017 interview, Mark Hamill attributed his long, happy marriage to a non-actor to learning, through his relationship with Anne Wyndham, the dangers of being in a relationship with a fellow actor.

2022: Support for Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

During the 2022 Brazilian general election, Mark Hamill expressed support for Workers' Party candidate Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

2022: Death of Kevin Conroy

In 2022, Kevin Conroy, known for his role as Batman, passed away, leading Mark Hamill to state in January 2023 that he would no longer voice the Joker.

January 2023: Hamill's decision to no longer voice the Joker

In January 2023, Mark Hamill revealed that he would no longer voice the Joker following Kevin Conroy's death in 2022, stating that "Without Kevin there, there doesn't seem to be a Batman for me."

October 2023: Condemnation of Hamas and support for Israel

In October 2023, Mark Hamill, along with over 700 other Hollywood professionals, signed an open letter condemning the Palestinian militant group Hamas, demanding the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, and expressing support for Israel in the Gaza war.

April 2024: Support for Gaza and Palestine

In April 2024, Mark Hamill stated that he "fully support[ed]" Gaza and Palestine.

May 2024: Meeting with President Joe Biden and endorsement of Kamala Harris

In May 2024, Mark Hamill met with President Joe Biden at the White House and endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.

2024: Voice role in The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

At San Diego Comic-Con 2024, it was announced that Mark Hamill would replace Brian Doyle-Murray as the voice of The Flying Dutchman in The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.

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2024: Support for Sadiq Khan in London mayoral election

During the 2024 London mayoral election, Mark Hamill expressed support for Labour Party politician Sadiq Khan as Mayor of London, praising his efforts to clean up London's air and expressing his love for London.

2024: Hamill voices Joker in MultiVersus and Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths

In 2024, Mark Hamill voiced the Joker in the crossover fighting game MultiVersus and the film Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, both of which featured dialogue recorded by Kevin Conroy as Batman before his death.

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January 2025: Evacuation from Malibu home due to Palisades Fire

In January 2025, Mark Hamill and his wife evacuated their home in Malibu, California, due to the Palisades Fire. Subsequently, Hamill moved to a rented house in Los Feliz.