May the force be with Ukraine: 'Star Wars' actor Mark Hamill backs drone drive

Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the 'Star Wars' film series, announced Sept 29, 2022 his support for a fundraising drive to buy drones for Ukraine as it battles 'the evil empire'. Photo: AFP

Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars film series, announced Thursday (Sept 29) his support for a fundraising drive to buy drones for Ukraine as it battles "the evil empire".

Hamill is the latest celebrity ambassador to back Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's United24 fundraising platform, which was launched following Russia's invasion.