Celebrities Reveal Their Favorite Fandom Characters

Have you ever stopped scrolling and wondered which characters from your favorite fandoms famous people adore? The ones that stick with you, replay in your head, and make you talk to friends about them?

Celebrities are fans too. Many of them have shared the characters that shaped their imagination, reminded them of something deep, or simply made them laugh. These picks are fun on the surface, but they also show how stories connect fans around the world.

Even people who live in the spotlight love geeking out over the same heroes and icons we debate online. Let’s dive into some of these celebrity favorite characters and unpack what their choices say about fandom, connection, and the magic of great storytelling.

Celebrity Picks from a Galaxy Far, Far Away

Vanity Fair and ET interviewed a massive roster of actors about their favorite Star Wars characters. The answers were fun, surprising, and sometimes hilarious.

Han Solo dominates the list

Adrien Brody, Brie Larson, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Elizabeth Olsen, Elisabeth Moss, Tom Hiddleston, Sir Michael Caine, Sarah Silverman, and Tom Hardy all picked him. Sarah Silverman summed it up perfectly: “This boring, but Han Solo. I mean, c’mon. I’m a simple girl.”

Brie Larson and Tom Hiddleston echoed her sentiments, laughing about Han’s wit and rough-around-the-edges attitude. Solo resonates because he is both heroic and human. He rolls with tension and danger like it is part of his day. That relatability hooks fans from all backgrounds, and clearly, creatives who grew up watching these stories play out.

A Furry Favorite: Chewbacca

Chewbacca also captured hearts. Benicio Del Toro, Saoirse Ronan, Liam Hemsworth, Josh Brolin, Liev Schreiber, and Sir Patrick Stewart all named him as their favorite.

Josh Brolin explained: “Chewbacca is a great character because he doesn’t say a lot. I understand that character, ’cause he makes noises, and I make noises when I want to communicate.”

Chewbacca’s appeal lies in presence rather than words. Loyalty, strength, and expressive energy make him unforgettable. For fans, some characters matter not because of monologues, but because of the energy they bring to the story.

Princess Leia and Her Legacy

Princess Leia captured the admiration of Naomi Watts, Jessica Chastain, Dakota Johnson, Michael Peña, and Elle Fanning. Leia is not just a costume or a symbol, she is a leader, a fighter, and a presence who stands firm in tough moments.

Carrie Fisher, who played Leia, described her character as feisty and strong. She joked that Leia was not a “damsel in distress,” a reminder that characters with strength, wit, and resolve stay with fans and creators alike for a lifetime.

Unexpected Choices and Fun

Some picks were surprising. Nicholas Hoult defended Jar Jar Binks: “because clearly, it’s nobody’s.” Fans appreciated the honesty and humor in embracing a character once widely mocked.

Ewoks also got love. Julianne Moore and Ellen Page shared a laugh about how cute the tiny rebels are, joking that dressing a shih tzu as an Ewok works perfectly. Helen Mirren selected Jabba the Hutt and even made a fart noise while doing it, proving fandom is fun no matter your age or status.

Kate Winslet and Bryan Cranston picked Darth Vader, embracing the dark side with gusto. These unexpected choices show that fandom spans heroes, villains, and everything in between.

Historical and Cultural Context

Some characters stick with us because they’re just plain awesome, but they also became icons by shaking up the world around them. Let’s take a closer look.

Princess Leia wasn’t just another girl in a space movie. When she first appeared on screen, she was smart, brave, and in charge of a full-on rebellion! She didn’t wait for someone else to save the day, and that made her one of the first epic female heroes in sci-fi. Fans loved her because she showed that being a hero isn’t about being perfect, it’s about having guts and standing up for what’s right.

Then there are the Ewoks, tiny, fuzzy, battle-ready teddy bears. At first, some people rolled their eyes, thinking they were too cute or just there to sell toys. But fans proved them wrong. Ewoks got their own fan club, showed up in games, and became a symbol that sometimes the weirdest characters end up being the most loved.

Han Solo is another cool case. He starts off as a smuggler with a chip on his shoulder, but slowly becomes a hero. That kind of “antihero” character was huge in the 1970s and still feels relatable today. People love that he’s flawed, funny, and always ready to surprise you.

All of these characters show something important: fandom isn’t just about liking what’s on screen. It’s about connecting to what the characters represent, bravery, cleverness, weirdness, or just pure coolness.

Beyond Star Wars

Fandom isn’t just for us regular people. Celebrities love geeking out too. Stephen Colbert has done funny impressions of R2-D2 and Han Solo, mixing jokes with serious Star Wars love. Lots of stars go to panels, dress up in cosplay, and share stories about why sci-fi and fantasy mean so much to them.

Other franchises have their own celebrity favorites. Robert Downey Jr. has talked about how much he loves Tony Stark and Iron Man, and how the character stuck with him long after filming. Emma Watson has said Hermione Granger is her favorite fictional character ever because of her bravery and loyalty.

Daniel Radcliffe and other Harry Potter actors have shared which characters sparked their imaginations when they were growing up.

Then there’s Henry Cavill, who’s openly geeky about Warhammer and Dungeons & Dragons. He loves diving into these tabletop worlds, exploring the games, battles, and stories in detail.

Cavill dives headfirst into Warhammer and Dungeons & Dragons, rolling dice, building armies, and getting lost in epic battles. He’s the kind of fan who lives in the worlds he loves, and it’s awesome to see someone that famous just geeking out like the rest of us!

These stories show that fandom spreads across all kinds of worlds. Seeing famous people geek out over the same heroes and stories we love reminds us that excitement for cool stories and epic adventures is something everyone can share.

What These Picks Mean for Fans

Why does this matter? First, it shows that loving a character is universal. When a celebrity shares your favorite, it becomes a bridge across fandoms.

Second, these picks reflect values. Han Solo embodies independence and loyalty. Leia embodies strength and resolve. Chewbacca shows presence and partnership. Favorite characters spark fan art, long discussions, and shared jokes online.

Third, celebrity picks humanize stars. They stop being distant and become fans like us. They remember their first experiences with a story, the laughter, the suspense, and the moments that made them feel connected to a universe. These shared memories are at the heart of fandom.

Fandom builds connections. Conversations about characters inspire friendship, laughter, and creativity. The characters you love are more than entertainment, they shape your world and invite conversation.

How You Can Celebrate Your Favorites

If reading about celebrity fandom has energized you, here are ways to geek out with purpose:

Start a community thread

Ask online which characters shaped imaginations and include a celebrity quote.

Create fan content

Draw, write, or record your favorite character’s story and share it with other fans.

Share on social platforms

Pair celebrity quotes with your own thoughts for relatable, shareable content.

Dive into thematic discussions

Talk about what characters teach about bravery, loyalty, curiosity, or humor.

Fandom is about forming bonds, debating, laughing, and walking into worlds that feel alive. Celebrities geeking out reminds us that we belong to a global community of storytellers.

Next time someone asks your favorite character, say it with pride. You can even celebrate your love for fandom with some awesome themed gear then check out our Geek Gift Guide for ideas that let your fandom shine.

You are part of a tradition that connects fans from living rooms to red carpets.

Celebrate that connection and keep the conversation going!