Why Eric From Industry Looks So Familiar

In 2015, Ken Leung appeared in J.J. Abrams' "Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens," officially making him part of the "Star Wars" canon. He portrays a character named Admiral Statura, a leader in the Resistance who helps bring down Starkiller base. 

While many actors would likely love to join "Star Wars" simply for the potential career boost, Leung had a deeper personal connection to the franchise. Specifically, after his casting, he revealed that "Star Wars" was a personal favorite of his brother, who died before Leung appeared in the movie. Discussing his connection to the series during an interview with Sinembargo (translated from Spanish), Leung said, "The first 'Star Wars' was released the year when my brother was born and he died two years ago but he is always with me. I remember ... [I] told my agent I need an audition, but nothing happened. Then, when he got a call that they wanted me to 'Star Wars' I thought it was my brother who was answering my request ... because I think a lot about it and this is something very special." Leung even went on to add, "Princess 'Leia' was the first love of my brother and I stayed and talked with her, so everything is very special because I never imagined also be part of that."

Although Admiral Statura didn't return for future installments, Leung's place in "Star Wars" history has been firmly cemented.