Name of the Fangirl: Natalie
Fangirl’s School Grade: Freshman in College
What is her fangirl interest?
My favorite movie is Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. In the movies my favorite character is Han Solo. But, I really love the Star Wars expanded universe and Jaina Solo is my favorite character. Doctor Who is my favorite TV show with the 11th Doctor being my doctor and Amy Pond/Rory Williams being my companions.
Why did you decide to shine the spotlight on this fangirl?
I have loved the Star Wars and Doctor Who fandoms for a long time. With Star Wars as my starting point into science fiction, I have come to love the romance, action, adventure, and politics that make up these stories. I talk about Star Wars and Doctor Who all of the time and I want to show people (especially younger girls) that science fiction isn’t just for the guys!
How does this fangirl express her fandom?
I dress up every time I go to GenCon. I dressed up as Padme for Halloween one year and for the past two years I have been Jaina Solo (although, no one knows who I am). I introduce friends and cousins to Star Wars and Doctor Who. I read all of the Expanded Universe books taking place after the movies ( my favorite time being anything starting with NJO and beyond). I have Star Wars bed sheets and have sat outside toy sales at Toys-R-Us. I go to author signings and listen to their Q and A’s. I get parties together to watch the season opening and ending of Doctor Who. I try to spread the joy and love I have for these two fandoms.
What is her favorite quote or personal motto?
“Do or do not, there is no try.” Yoda Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
What is her favorite fangirl item that she cannot live without?
If I can’t say my bookcase with all of my Star Wars books, it would have to be my purple lightsaber.
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