Beloved child stars from the billion dollar Star Wars franchise have reunited more than 20 years on, in a welcome shock to fans.
New Zealand’s Daniel Logan, who famously played Boba Fett in the hit prequel series, shared a surprise snap to Instagram this week with Jake Lloyd, young Anakin Skywalker himself.
Fans were most shocked to see Lloyd surface online after years hidden from the spotlight.
Lloyd as young Skywalker (1999) and Logan and young Fett (2002). (LucasFilm Ltd.)
Logan, now 38, was 13 years old when he played young Boba Fett in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002).
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While Lloyd, now 26, was just eight when he skyrocketed to fame after his role in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999).
You may not recognise them now, but you’ll know their characters. (Instagram / @instadaniellogan)
“Just spent the day with my brother,” Logan captioned the candid photo of the pair as they caught up at a restaurant.
Lloyd starred in one small film after Star Wars before retreating from the spotlight in 2001, later citing the pressures of the industry and childhood bullying as key reasons.
The former child star also faced a decades-long battle with mental health.
Jake claimed to have a tough time after his role as young Anakin Skywalker.
Lloyd hasn’t acted since and with no social media presence online, his reappearance was a welcome shock to followers.
“Tell him we hope he’s doing well!” said one in fan in a comment that’s amassed over 800 likes.
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“So happy to see Jake back. Look after your brother,” wrote another.
The face of your childhood! Lloyd in Jingle All The Way (1996) alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger. (20th Century Fox)
Other fans wanted Jake to know that they “root for him” and that “he’s beloved and greatly appreciated”.
“I truly hope he is doing well (I know he’s had some challenges). Hopefully, he is able to feel the love of the true Star Wars fans,” a third penned.
“YESSSS!!!!!! THE CHOSEN ONE HAS RETURNED!!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍,” said another excited follower.
As for Logan, he went on to voice Boba Fett in the animated Star Wars: The Clone Wars series, and reprised his role as young Fett in Disney’s The Book of Boba Fett mini series.
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He continues to embrace the franchise appearing at global fan conventions.
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