Luke Skywalker

Luke Skywalker (b. 19 BBY) is a fictional character in the Star Wars universe. He was a Jedi Knight, who played a major role in the Star Wars story. In the Star Wars films, he appears in Episodes III, IV, V, and VI. more...

In the Expanded Universe, he becomes a powerful Jedi Master and eventually the Grand Master of the Masters' Council.

Born in the midst of chaos with his younger twin sister, Leia Amidala Skywalker (after their father turned to the dark side and their mother's death, she was adopted by Senator Bail Organa of Alderaan), to Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker and his secret wife Padmé Amidala, former Queen turned Senator of Naboo. Luke was raised by his aunt and uncle on the desert world of Tatooine. After going off to join the Rebel Alliance, he became a major player in the events of the Galactic Civil War, and ultimately, the fate of the galaxy.

History

Early years - Revenge of the Sith

Luke Skywalker is the son of Senator Padmé Amidala and Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker. Luke is the slightly elder twin brother of Leia Amidala Skywalker, and Obi-Wan Kenobi's and Yoda's final Padawan.

In Revenge of the Sith, Padmé Amidala gives birth to the Skywalker twins at the Polis Massa asteroid before she dies in childbirth. Bail Organa, the viceroy of Alderaan, adopts Leia, and Obi-Wan provides sanctuary for Luke on Tatooine, so as to protect both of them from their corrupted biological father and the newly-formed Galactic Empire he serves.

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