Name of the Fangirl: Kristen
Fangirl’s Occupation:
Event Coordinator at Lucasfilm. She works on a variety of events, including Star Wars Celebration. For Celebration V and VI, and for the upcoming Celebration Europe in Germany she worked on the Art Show, the merchandise, and the Family Room.
What is her fangirl interest?
Star Wars! She’s been a fan since she saw the first movie in the theater when she was five. Kristen also likes nerdy fiction, like “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” and anything by Christopher Moore. And she LOVES Sesame Street. She has original art by Caroll Spinney—AKA Big Bird!
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this fangirl?
Whenever I see Kristen, it’s the highlight of my day! She is such an inspiration to me and so many other fans. She is proud of being a fangirl and makes no apologies for what she likes! She is always so positive and uplifting to those around her. She also loves Ahsoka Tano and we’ve bonded over that. She had a theory that Ahsoka survives The Clone Wars and goes on to start her own pony farm because she didn’t want anything bad to happen to her. Sounds perfectly plausible to me ;o)
How does this fangirl express her fandom?
She has a small army of AT-AT toys at work and at home. She also has an impressive collection of Star Wars t-shirts, both acquired through work events and purchased on my own. Kristen told me, “I’m lucky enough to have attending fan events be a big part of my job. I love meeting other fans.”
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
“If you can dream it, you can do it.” Walt Disney
What is her favorite fangirl item that she cannot live without?
Her Clone Wars Season 2 hoodie. She says “That’s pretty special to me.”
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