Feb 29, 2024 · Movie icon Mark Hamill was involved in a terrible car accident in 1977 which he feared would derail his career. Here's the full story.

Hamill was shocked when his friend who, as he says, “Gave me my life back,” lost her own. Star Wars fans are more than aware of Mark Hamill ‘s 1977 car accident, but most fans have no idea...

Mark Richard Hamill (/ ˈhæməl /; born September 25, 1951) is an American actor. He starred as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, and has voiced the Joker in multiple pieces of DC Comics …

Jul 6, 2021 · Hamill had fractured his nose and right cheek. Doctors used cartilage in his ear to help heal his nose, but the brutal car accident left noticeable changes in his overall facial structures.

Aug 24, 2022 · The much-talked-about opening scene of "The Empire Strikes Back" shows Hamill's character Luke Skywalker being knocked out by a large creature called a Wampa. He was injured on …

Apr 4, 2025 · A 1977 car accident involving Mark Hamill may have influenced the Wampa attack scene in "The Empire Strikes Back," though no official confirmation has ever settled the long-running fan …

Oct 28, 2024 · On January 11, 1977, Mark Hamill was in a major car accident while driving his BMW through California. He was cruising at 65-70 mph when he missed his exit and tried to change course …

Mark Hamill 's 1977 car accident almost ended his career just as it took off. The accident slightly changed Hamill's facial features between Star Wars: A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back.

Nov 23, 2025 · Mark Hamill’s Life-Changing Car Accident: Shocking Details You Can’t Miss. The accident occurred in the early morning hours on a rainy California highway. Hamill, then 26, was …

9 hours ago · Mark Hamill Pulls Humbling Prank: 'What Does It Take To Get Recognized Around Here?!' The "Star Wars" actor agreed to a humbling experiment for "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to see just how …