So there were some huge pieces of news yesterday for Star Wars fans.
Not only did Star Wars Celebration reveal the title of the much-anticipated ninth instalment in the Skywalker saga as The Rise of Skywalker, but it also revealed the epic first trailer for the film.
Between this and the revelation that Ian McDiarmid Star Wars 9: Emperor Palpatine actor Ian McDiarmid teases strength of Dark Side as arch-villain Empreror Palpatine, some other revelations about the film at the panel may have gotten a little lost in the chaos.
With producer Kathleen Kennedy, director J.J. Abrams, and stars Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Joonas Suatomo, Kelly Marie Tran, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams and newcomer Naomi Ackie in the mix, there was much fun and many reveals to be had.
Here is a round-up of what we learned about Episode IX.
Star Wars Celebration Episode IX panel: Everything revealed on Rise of Skywalker
There is a time-jump after The Last Jedi
It had been signaled for a while now, but Abrams and the cast confirmed that the events of the film were set "some time" after the events of The Last Jedi.
So expect some major changes for both the Resistance and the Force Order.
Carrie Fisher return was discussed
Abrams made very very clear that a CGI version of Leia was never going to happen.
He did, however, promise that her appearances would be "mind-blowing".
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Billy Dee Williams says Lando is no traitor
The Lando Calrissian actor Billy Dee Williams spoke out on his character's actions in The Empire Strikes Back: "I get sick and tired of being accused of betraying Han Solo," he said. "He was up against Darth Vader, he had to figure something out. By the way, did anybody die? Nobody died. I had to figure out how to prevent the complete demise of my friend and his friends."
BB-8 has a friend in D-0
"In this movie, BB-8 has a new friend," revealed Abrams.
The director then revealed D-0, and they make quite the droid pairing.
This is an adventure film for the heroes
The gang is back together again!
"This is an adventure that the group goes on together," revealed Abrams. "One of the best parts of working on this movie is the dynamic between the characters, and that's the thing I'm the most excited for everyone to see."
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Captain Phasma is definitely dead
Some were surprised when Gwendoline Christie's chrome stormtrooper captain returned after The Force Awakens, so after her apparent demise in The Last Jedi, some wondered if we would expect a surprise return for the villainess.
John Boyega confirmed that this was not the case, however.
"She's gone, old news, rest in peace. Phasma, yeah, she's dead."
Finn is single and ready to mingle
Panel moderator Stephen Colbert discussed Finn's love life a few times, and Boyega was coy.
The Finn actor revealed that there were multiple options on the table, including Rey, Rose Tico and a fan-favourite pairing with Poe Dameron.
"It's a love pentagon, man," said Boyega.
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Jannah may be Lando Calrissian's daughter
Lady Macbeth actress Naomi Ackie would not confirm the identity of her character Jannah but remained coy regarding the paternity of her character, revealed to be named Jannah.
"Listen...Lando, he's a very charming man. He could have children all over the universe, that's all I'm saying!"
Rey keeps Luke's lightsaber and has new powers
On top of Ridley confirming that Luke's lightsaber is sticking around, Abrams revealed some new abilities would be on the way for her.
"I'll say this: There are some extraordinary things that the character does in this movie...anyway, yes. There are some new things you'll see."
Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker is released in UK cinemas on December 19, 2019.
