LOS ANGELES: Del Toro, the 48-year-old Puerto Rican actor, is being for a role in Star Wars: Episode VIII. The character is likely a villain, media reports revealed.
Disney and Lucasfilm do not comment on casting negotiations.
“Discussions are still in the very early stages, but Disney and Lucasfilm are high on the Oscar-winning ‘Traffic’ star,” sources said. Insiders told ‘Variety’ that “the studio was going after A-list talent for the role” and met with Joaquin Phoenix regarding the role.
Actor Del Toro eyes role in ‘Star Wars: Episode VIII’
Actor Del Toro eyes role in ‘Star Wars: Episode VIII’
