VIDEO : Mark Hamill Says Leia Was Meant to be Prominent Figure in 'Episode IX'

The release of Star Wars: Episode IX is still two years away, with fans curious about what exactly that story will hold. During a panel at New York Comic Con this weekend, Hamill confirmed that, prior to actress Carrie Fisher's sudden and tragic passing, the film would have attempted to focus on Leia's journey and her character would be "more prominent." "You?re going to really love her in (The Last Jedi)," Hamill told the crowd.