A Galaxy not so far away: Billy Dee reflects on his Star Wars saga (actor interview).

Hold onto your capes and space helmets, folks, because actor Billy Dee Williams, the epitome of intergalactic cool, has zapped right into the spotlight yet again. This time, it’s not just any light—it’s the star-studded glow of a podcast that delves deep into the cosmos of his storied career, and boy, does he have tales to tell from here to Alderaan and back!

First up, let’s talk about the elephant—or should we say, the charming rogue—in the room: Lando Calrissian. When Billy Dee donned that cape and swaggered onto our screens in “The Empire Strikes Back,” hearts fluttered and galaxies quaked. But it wasn’t just about looking dapper and flirting with danger (and Princess Leia). No, Billy Dee’s Lando was a beacon of diversity in space, a role that resonated far beyond the stars and became a seminal moment in sci-fi history.

But Billy Dee isn’t just a one-trick pony, oh no. Before he was wheeling and dealing in Cloud City, he was tugging at our heartstrings in “Brian’s Song” and setting screens ablaze with Diana Ross in “Lady Sings the Blues.” And let’s not forget his brush with the comic book world as Harvey Dent in “Batman”—a role that had so much potential, even if fate (and Hollywood) had other plans. On the podcast, Billy Dee opens up like a supernova, shedding light on his eclectic upbringing and how he cried his way into showbiz—proving that even the smoothest operators have their vulnerable moments. And amidst the reminiscing about rubbing elbows with Laurence Olivier and sidestepping Hollywood typecasting, he drops gems of wisdom about not playing the victim and staying true to one’s artistic vision.

But what’s a trip down memory lane without a detour through the “golden age of Hollywood”? Billy Dee regales us with tales that make today’s Tinseltown tiffs seem like mere squabbles in a sandbox. And, of course, he circles back to the cosmos, reflecting on his time with Carrie Fisher and embodying the suave Mr. Calrissian, a character who’s just as iconic today as he was decades ago.

And just when you think the podcast couldn’t get any more stellar, Billy Dee teases his new book, “What Have We Here?”—a title that promises to be as intriguing and multifaceted as the man himself. So, whether you’re a die-hard Star Wars aficionado, a lover of classic Hollywood, or just someone who appreciates a good cape, Billy Dee Williams’ latest foray into the spotlight is a must-listen, must-read, and must-cherish.

In conclusion, while the universe may be expanding, Billy Dee Williams proves that some stars—especially those of the sci-fi variety—only grow brighter with time. So here’s to Billy Dee, the man who brought Lando to life and showed us all how to navigate the galaxy with style, substance, and a whole lot of soul. Cheers, Mr. Calrissian! You’ve truly earned your place among the stars.