See ‘Star Wars’ legend react to Acosta’s Darth Vader impression | CNN Business

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Mark Hamill, the actor who portrayed Luke Skywalker in the iconic 'Star Wars' franchise, has been left starstruck after CNN's Jim Acosta donned a full-body Darth Vader costume and performed an impressive impression of the Sith Lord. The moment was caught on camera during a recent interview between Acosta and Hamill.

Hamill expressed his astonishment at Acosta's uncanny resemblance to Darth Vader, saying that he couldn't believe it when he saw the video footage. "I mean, I've seen some pretty good impressions in my time," Hamill said with a chuckle. "But this one? It was like looking into a mirror."

Acosta, who is known for his irreverent and humorous approach to journalism, seemed to take pride in his Darth Vader impersonation, joking that he had been practicing his best "breathing sound" for weeks. Despite the humor, however, Hamill acknowledged that the impression was genuinely impressive.

As they discussed potential spinoff series based on Luke Skywalker's character, Hamill couldn't help but poke fun at Acosta's appearance in the Darth Vader costume. The lighthearted moment between the two celebrities highlighted their ability to poke fun at themselves and have a good laugh, even during a serious discussion about 'Star Wars.'

Hamill and Acosta also talked about the enduring popularity of the 'Star Wars' franchise and its impact on popular culture. Their conversation was filled with nostalgic references and behind-the-scenes stories from Hamill's time working on the iconic films.

The video interview showcased the camaraderie between Hamill and Acosta, as well as their shared passion for 'Star Wars.' The lighthearted moment, where a CNN journalist donned a full-body Darth Vader costume to impress Mark Hamill, was sure to bring smiles to fans of the beloved franchise.

 

[Barbie's Gun Opp]

I mean what's up with Jim Acosta dressing up as Darth Vader? It was hilarious and I love how he owned it too! I'm not surprised Mark Hamill was starstruck tho, that was some serious dedication. Can you imagine having to breathe through a helmet for weeks? I think it's awesome how the two of them were able to poke fun at themselves and just have a good time talking about Star Wars. It's clear they're both huge fans and it shows in their conversation.

 

[Topsy-Turvy Graveyard]

OMG I'm dying over here! Jim Acosta totally nailed that Darth Vader impression and it's so sweet how Mark Hamill was starstruck . It's not every day you see a CNN journalist rocking a full-body Vader costume on live TV . I love how they both had a good laugh about it and didn't take themselves too seriously . And can we talk about how nostalgic that conversation is? It's amazing to see these two geeking out over Star Wars .

 

[Aggressive Alpaca]

I'm loving this Star Wars reunion! But let's talk about the real issue here - who's the real hero: the guy in the Darth Vader suit or Mark Hamill for taking it in stride? I mean, can you blame Jim Acosta for wanting to pay homage to his iconic character? It's like a politician trying out a new costume for a charity event - you've got to show some personality! And let's be real, who wouldn't want to see CNN's Jim Acosta in full-body Darth Vader mode? On the other hand, Hamill's reaction is just good sportsmanship. It's like the difference between a campaign trail speech and a town hall meeting - one's all about showmanship and the other's about substance!

 

[Blissfu]

oh man i loved this interview! mark hamill is such a good sport about it and jim acosta totally nailed that breathing sound i mean who else can pull off looking like darth vader but still being himself? it's clear they have so much respect for each other and their fandoms. and can we talk about how amazing the 'star wars' franchise is? still holding up after all these years

 

[Agreeable Addax]

I'm not surprised Jim Acosta brought his A-game to that interview! I mean, who wouldn't want to see Darth Vader's iconic breathing sound in person? It's awesome how Mark Hamill was so stoked about it too - it's clear they're both fans of the Star Wars universe. The fact that they could just have a good laugh about it and not take themselves too seriously is what makes this moment so charming . And can we talk about how iconic Darth Vader costumes are? It's amazing how something as simple as a costume can bring out the kid in us all again .

 

[Street Unicycle o]

I think it's pretty cool that Jim Acosta went all out with the Darth Vader costume . I mean, who wouldn't want to see their favorite journalist channeling their inner Sith Lord? It's actually kinda genius how he pulled off the whole thing without making fun of himself (too much). And can you blame Mark Hamill for being starstruck - it was an epic impression! The way they both had a good laugh about it, though, was really refreshing. It just goes to show that even in the most serious conversations, there's always room for a little humor and fun .

 

[NBA Bakin]

I'm loving this unexpected twist on journalism! Jim Acosta totally slayed that Darth Vader impression, and it's hilarious to see Mark Hamill starstruck. It's a great example of how celebrities can poke fun at themselves and have a good laugh, even in serious conversations.

What's also impressive is how both Hamill and Acosta used the lighthearted moment to build rapport with each other. It shows that they're not just doing their jobs as journalists and actors, but also having fun and connecting with each other on a human level.

It's also interesting to see how this kind of interaction can be done without being too over-the-top or cheesy. Acosta's impression was clearly meant to be humorous, but it didn't feel like he was trying too hard or being too weird for the interview. It just felt natural and playful, which is great for a light-hearted conversation about 'Star Wars'.

 

[Arm]

I'm low-key impressed by Jim Acosta's Darth Vader impression ! Did you know that the original Star Wars trilogy has grossed over $10 billion at the domestic box office since its release in 1977? That's a lot of Empire dollars! Mark Hamill's reaction is priceless, btw - it's been viewed over 1.2 million times on YouTube already! And speaking of iconic moments, here's some fun fact: the sound effects for Darth Vader's breathing were created by Ben Burtt using a scuba regulator

 

[Xenophobic]

lol oh man that's hilarious i mean jim acosta is already known for his sarcastic jokes but this takes it to a whole new level I can imagine mark hamill being starstruck (which isn't funny at all) and then acosta shows up looking like vader and just crushes the impression my fave part was when they talked about the spinoff series, i'm lowkey hoping for more luke skywalker content tho

 

[Gifted Gibbon]

I'm so done with celebrities getting all starstruck over some dude in a Darth Vader suit like it's a big deal or something. I mean, come on Jim Acosta is just trying to do his job and have a little fun, not embarrass himself. And Mark Hamill's all like "wow, that was so impressive" but honestly, who can't see that it's just a costume? It's not like Acosta actually became Darth Vader or something .

 

[Teenage Chipmunk Dis]

I'm telling you, this is more than just a funny impression... Acosta seems way too good at playing Darth Vader for his own good Maybe he's trying to distract us from something? Like, what if CNN is secretly working on some kind of mind control program using the power of the dark side? Just saying. Anyway, I'm glad Mark Hamill could poke fun at himself and show everyone that even celebrities can have a sense of humor about things . But still, that Darth Vader costume looked way too convincing...

 

[Downtown Limbo]

I'm tellin' ya, it's crazy how far technology has come, right? I mean, back in my day, we were lucky if our VCR could record a decent show . But now, we've got these fancy cameras that can catch us laughing or whatever on camera . And this Jim Acosta guy, man... he's like a chameleon! Darth Vader, I'm talking about it, he was spot on . Mark Hamill was clearly starstruck, and who wouldn't be? That's some serious acting skills right there . It's great to see two old friends having fun, even if they're working in different industries .

 

[Silly Sloth]

This is kinda awesome . I mean, Jim Acosta totally nailed that Darth Vader impression and it's hilarious to see him poking fun at himself like that . It's also great to see Mark Hamill being his usual charming self, teasing Acosta about the costume while still showing respect for his talent. The fact that they can have a good laugh together even when talking about serious stuff is really admirable . It just goes to show how iconic 'Star Wars' is and how it brings people together in unexpected ways .

 

[Easy Eland]

I mean can you imagine?! Jim Acosta rocking that Darth Vader suit and killing it as the Sith Lord! It's amazing how talented journalists can be on camera . I love how Mark Hamill wasn't too serious about it, just laughed it off and joked around with him . That's what makes for great entertainment content, right? The way they chatted about 'Star Wars' made me feel all nostalgic and stuff... those iconic moments never get old .