Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy has firmly dismissed recent speculation about her retirement. Addressing the rumors in a recent interview with Deadline, Kennedy clarified that while discussions on succession planning are ongoing, she has no plans to step away from filmmaking.

Kathleen Kennedy's Response to Retirement Speculation
Reports have circulated suggesting Kennedy is preparing to retire, but she set the record straight, emphasizing her dedication to the industry:
"I am not retiring. I will never retire from movies. I will die making movies. That is the first thing that’s important to say."

She confirmed that conversations with Disney executives Bob Iger and Alan Bergman about eventual succession at Lucasfilm are routine, but no immediate changes are planned.

Lucasfilm's Future & Succession Planning
Kennedy highlighted that the company is strategically planning its leadership transition while ensuring ongoing creative projects remain unaffected:
She is actively producing The Mandalorian movie and Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars film.
Lucasfilm is developing multiple new projects, including a new saga led by Simon Kinberg.
The leadership transition will be announced when the time is right, possibly within months or years.

No Behind-the-Scenes Chaos
Kennedy dismissed claims of internal instability, reinforcing that Lucasfilm has a strong leadership team capable of managing both creative and business aspects. She acknowledged that the role has evolved significantly since she took over from George Lucas 13 years ago, particularly with the rise of streaming.

The Future of Star Wars
Despite rumors, Kennedy remains deeply involved in the Star Wars franchise. She reassured fans that Lucasfilm’s upcoming projects are progressing smoothly, with multiple films and series in development.
With Kennedy staying at the helm for now and a well-planned transition in place, Star Wars fans can expect an exciting future for the franchise.