ABC/Randy HolmesStar Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is officially in theaters today, and one of its breakout stars explained to Good Morning America what it was like to be not only a newcomer, but the first black female lead in the Star Wars saga.
“Its been a whirlwind — I’ve learned so much,” said Naomi Ackie, who stars as Jannah — the horseback-riding warrior who carries and shoots a bow and arrow throughout the film. “I’m just so excited for everyone to finally see it I’ve been keeping the secret for so long.”
The actress, speaking live from London, said “it means a lot” to be the first prominent
