Tag: R2-D2

Disneyland Releases R2-DL70 R/C Droid for its 70th Anniversary

Posted by SCIFI.radio | Jun 17, 2025 | Science Fiction / Fantasy, Toys / Games / Collectibles |

Disneyland is adding to the celebration of its 70th anniversary in 2025 with the launch of a limited edition Star Wars collectible: R2-DL70!

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Sound Effects Pioneer Ben Burtt Turns 75!

Posted by SCIFI.radio | Jul 12, 2023 | Science Fiction / Fantasy |

Academy-award winning Star Wars sound designer Ben Burtt celebrates his 75th birthday today!

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Tony Dyson, Creator of R2-D2, Gone at 68

Posted by SCIFI.radio | Mar 4, 2016 | Blinded by Science, Conventions, Fandom, Movies / Video / Theater, Science Fiction / Fantasy |

Professor Tony Dyson, the man who brought R2-D2 to life, passed away in his home in Malta, of natural causes.

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