VIDEO : Billy Dee Williams Convention Cancellation Fuels 'Star Wars: Episode IX' Rumors

Now that Luke Skywalker and Han Solo have died in the Star Wars saga and with Carrie Fisher having passed away, many fans are wondering if this could result in Billy Dee Williams returning to the series in Episode IX to reprise his role of Lando Calrissian. The actor recently had to cancel a convention appearance that was planned for this coming September, which could potentially confirm he would be busy shooting the film. "We?ve got some sad news for you all today. Celebrity guests have been known to cancel convention appearances for a variety of reasons, though the specific reveal of a "film schedule conflict" at least confirms he is filming a new project.