BB-8 facts for kids
BB-8 is a super cool robot character from the Star Wars universe! You first saw this friendly droid in the 2015 movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens. BB-8 is famous for its unique round shape and a head that seems to float on top.
What is BB-8?
BB-8 is a special kind of robot called a droid. It has a round body that rolls around, and a dome-shaped head that stays on top, even when the body moves. This makes BB-8 look very unique and fun!
How BB-8 Works
Bringing BB-8 to life for the movies was quite clever! The filmmakers used two main ways to show BB-8 on screen:
- A rod puppet: This is like a special doll moved by hidden rods.
- A remote-controlled robot: This was a real robot that could be driven around by someone off-screen.
This mix of methods made BB-8 seem very real and lively in the Star Wars films.
BB-8's Friends and Family
BB-8 is often compared to another famous Star Wars droid, R2-D2. Both are loyal and helpful robots who go on big adventures. BB-8's main owner and best friend is a brave pilot named Poe Dameron. They share many exciting moments together in the galaxy far, far away.
Who Voices BB-8?
Even though BB-8 mostly communicates with beeps and boops, a famous actor named Bill Hader helped create some of its unique sounds. This shows how much detail goes into making every character in Star Wars special!
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