History of Star Wars Day in Timeline

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Star Wars Day

Star Wars Day is an annual informal holiday celebrated on May 4th. It commemorates the Star Wars franchise created by George Lucas, which began in 1977. The observance of this day gained popularity quickly through media coverage and various grassroots celebrations.

May 4, 1994: Phrase Used in UK Parliament Defence Debate

On May 4, 1994, the phrase "May the Fourth Be With You" was used in a UK Parliament defence debate.

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May 25, 2007: Los Angeles City Council Declares Star Wars Day

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Star Wars, the Los Angeles City Council declared May 25, 2007, as Star Wars Day.

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May 4, 2012: Second annual Star Wars Day celebration in Toronto

On May 4, 2012, the second annual Star Wars Day celebration took place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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May 25, 2018: Solo: A Star Wars Story was released.

On May 25, 2018, Solo: A Star Wars Story was released, 41 years after the original Star Wars.

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May 4, 2020: The Clone Wars finale released on Disney+

On May 4, 2020, the finale of "The Clone Wars" was released on Disney+. "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" and "Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian" were also made available on Disney+ that same day.

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May 4, 2022: Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer and Disney Gallery: The Book of Boba Fett Released

On May 4, 2022, the second trailer for "Obi-Wan Kenobi" was released, along with "Disney Gallery: The Book of Boba Fett" on Disney+.

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May 4, 2023: Carrie Fisher Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

On Star Wars Day, May 4, 2023, Carrie Fisher posthumously received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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May 4, 2024: Tales of the Empire Premiered

On May 4, 2024, the second installment of Star Wars: Tales, titled Tales of the Empire, premiered.

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