A thousand memes, it launched: Baby Yoda breaks Internet


A file photo of Japan's T-Arts Company displaying 3D layered model of Star Wars fictional character Yoda at the International Tokyo Toy Show. The inevitable flood of Disney merchandise has been surprisingly slow to emerge, as creator Jon Favreau insisted the character be kept secret before its reveal on Mandalorian. — AFP

LOS ANGELES: Baby Yoda may stand only a few inches tall, communicating with high-pitched squeaks and mischievous gestures, but the adorable green creature has loomed large online, causing a global social media meltdown.

The cute, wide-eyed tyke, unveiled three weeks ago in the premiere of Disney's live-action Star Wars series The Mandalorian, has stolen both the show and millions of hearts.

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