Hayden Christensen Wired Autocomplete Interview Notes

Introduction

• Interview by Hayden Christensen about search autocomplete questions.
• Mention of Googling himself when younger and finding it surprising, leading to not doing it again.

Star Wars and The Clone Wars

• Watched The Clone Wars to prepare for Obi-Wan Kenobi show.
• Praises storytelling and character development in the series.

Role of Anakin Skywalker

• Auditioned for the role like many others.
• Met casting director and later George Lucas at Skywalker Ranch.
• Auditioned with Natalie Portman.
• Received call confirming he got the part, one of the best calls of his life.
• Underwent training for lightsaber combat, enjoyed learning and working with fight choreographer Nick Gillard.

Playing Darth Vader

• Played Darth Vader briefly in Revenge of the Sith.
• Returned to portray Darth Vader in Obi-Wan Kenobi; described it as a thrill.

Conventions and Social Media

• Started attending conventions after a long time.
• Enjoyed the experience and continues to go when possible.
• Does not have social media but leaves the possibility open for the future.

Experience Playing Anakin Skywalker

• Loved playing Anakin, enjoyed the character's complexity and inner conflict.
• Considered one of his favorite roles.

Video Games

• Used to play a lot of video games but less so since becoming a dad.
• Favorites included Call of Duty, Halo, and FIFA (often played with Manchester United).

Personal Details

• No tattoos; considers himself too indecisive for them.
• Not related to Mark Hamill, but thinks he’s a great guy.
• Owns a farm but doesn't actively farm; owns a tractor.

Sports and Hobbies

• Played soccer as a kid; participated in a charity match called Soccer Aid which he humorously recalls.
• Not a professional footballer.

Involvement in Star Wars Projects

• Involved in Ahsoka; was present but digitally deaged.
• Briefly contributed his voice to Rise of Skywalker.

Background and Education

• First film was In the Mouth of Madness by John Carpenter at age 12 or 13.
• Attended Unionville High School in Ontario, Canada, with a strong arts program.
• Played Hamlet, felt a strong connection to the role, influencing his pursuit of acting.

Language Skills

• Primarily speaks English; can speak a little French, but not fluently.

Age During Revenge of the Sith

• Approximately 22-23 years old during filming.

Origins

• Born in Vancouver, Canada; moved to Toronto at age 5.

Friendship with Ewan McGregor

• Considers Ewan McGregor a friend, appreciates their collaboration on Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Musical Abilities

• Can play the piano; learned jazz and blues, but does not read sheet music.

Conclusion

• Ended the interview thanking Wired, expressed hope that viewers learned something.