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Yoda actor reportedly heading towards Star Wars: Episode 8 set

A report today from Making Star Wars suggests that Star Wars fans could be in for a surprise for Episode 8, a small, green and iconic surprise – Yoda to be precise.

Frank Oz, the voice actor and puppeteer for the Yoda character, is reportedly travelling to or already on set for fliming in the UK.

An image was put out by director Rian Johnson yesterday on Tumblr, which confirmed the return of Maz Kanata for the franchise's next instalment, and it is very possible that Oz's return is to mentor Lupita Nyong’o for the role.

The website, however, states the actor is there to work:

"The facts to the best of our knowledge: Oz is in the U.K. to work. He’s going to Pinewood. They’re making Star Wars: Episode VIII there. This is one of those times we’re seeing the start of something cool coming to fruition or something we’ll all laugh at down the road. Either way, it’s all fun."

Those that have watched Star Wars: The Force Awakens will be aware that Maz Kanata is an alien character, therefore it is entirely possible that Oz's appearance on set is simply for tutoring purposes, but it could also be for a Yoda return – very much a mystery at this stage.
Until these reports have been officially confirmed we would suggest that you take this report with a hint of salt, but don't let us stand in your way while you fantasy book his return!
Got an idea of how it could work? (After all, Yoda did die) Let us know in the comments section below!
[MakingStarWars]
David Purcell

A news-writer from Liverpool in the United Kingdom. Avid fan of wrestling, football, movies and gaming. More specifically... WWE, Liverpool Football Club, Jurassic Park and FIFA. Twitter: @DavidPurcell96

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