LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Some new faces have joined Walt Disney World.
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The Mandalorian and Grogu, or “Baby Yoda,” officially made their debut at Galaxy’s Edge inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Wednesday.
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Wanted: The Mandalorian and Grogu. Reportedly spotted in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at #WaltDisneyWorld 👀
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) March 1, 2023
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Their first appearance coincided with the release of the new season of “The Mandalorian” on Disney+.
The Mandalorian and Grogu joins the other characters who will appear regularly in Galaxy’s Edge, Disney said.
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Tweets from inside the land on Wednesday show that the new characters are a hit, with large crowds surrounding them.
That's one very popular bounty hunter.... and child. pic.twitter.com/rpEDqoGAuP
— Eric Chu (@ericthomaschu) March 1, 2023
Found them in a very crowded Batuu market! 🥹🥹 pic.twitter.com/2PN0ozattV
— The Magical Details (@magical_details) March 1, 2023
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