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Brandon Widder

Brandon Widder

Senior Editor, E-Commerce

Senior Editor, E-Commerce

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    Enter Thrawn, heir to the Empire.

    Danish actor Lars Mikkelsen will reprise the role of Grand Admiral Thrawn, a character he voiced in Star Wars Rebels and one of the most beloved villains in the larger Star Wars canon. Lucasfilm announced the casting news during an Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration, all but confirming the bright blue Chiss officer will be the next big bad in live-action Star Wars.

    The Apple Watch SE and Beats Fit Pro have dropped to their best prices to dateThe Apple Watch SE and Beats Fit Pro have dropped to their best prices to date
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    Ring’s best video doorbell is 30 percent off today for Verge readersRing’s best video doorbell is 30 percent off today for Verge readers
    Apple’s AirTags are receiving a rare discount at Amazon right nowApple’s AirTags are receiving a rare discount at Amazon right now
    Google’s noise-canceling Pixel Buds Pro are $55 off today for Verge readersGoogle’s noise-canceling Pixel Buds Pro are $55 off today for Verge readers
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