The actor, who would have turned 64 today (21 October), first played Princess Leia in George Lucas’ Star Wars Episode IV – A New Hope (1977).
“Fifty-seven years ago, I did his little Star Wars film – a cult film that then went on to redefine what they laughingly refer to as the face of cinema.”
After starring in one of the most pivotal films in cinematic history, it could be easy for an actor to take themselves too seriously – but not Carrie Fisher.
“Hi, I’m Mrs Han Solo and I’m an alcoholic,” she announced in a deadpan manner after arriving on the stage.