The response to the character is something Best recently talked tothe New York Timesabout.
It took almost a mortal toll on me.
It was too much, Best told the paper.
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It was the first time in my life where I couldnt see the future.
I didnt see any hope.
Here I was at 26 years old, living my dream, and my dream was over.
Shes a phenomenal actor.
He was right, Best said.
And Bests Star Wars journey didnt end with Jar Jar.
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