Jason Sudeikis Returns to Walt Disney World for Star Wars Reunion
Award-winning actor and comedian Jason Sudeikis recently made a nostalgic return to Walt Disney World Resort, and his visit was anything but ordinary. While exploring the immersive planet of Batuu in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Sudeikis had a special reunion with none other than The Mandalorian and Grogu.
The moment was particularly meaningful for Sudeikis, who famously made a guest appearance in season one of The Mandalorian on Disney+, portraying a stormtrooper in the show’s action-packed finale. The visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge wasn’t just a fan-fueled adventure—it was a chance for the actor to relive a moment from his own Star Wars story.
Sudeikis shared that this trip marked his first visit back to Walt Disney World since the mid-1980s, when he was just a kid. Now returning as a father and beloved Hollywood star, the experience offered a full-circle moment, blending childhood memories with his current connection to the Star Wars galaxy.
Fans might remember Sudeikis’ character for a particularly memorable (and controversial!) scene involving Grogu, a moment that left quite an impression in the fandom. So naturally, seeing the real Grogu up close—without any stormtrooper armor this time—was a photo op for the ages.
Whether he’s coaching football in Ted Lasso or crossing paths with Mandalorians, Jason Sudeikis at Disney World is proof that even a galaxy far, far away feels a little closer when you’re surrounded by the magic of Disney.
