DarkStar Star Wars Character Database: Wedge Antilles 18 May 2023  |  Captain Rex

Wedge Antilles - The Legendary Rebel Pilot of Star Wars

Wedge Antilles is a celebrated character in the Star Wars universe, known for his exceptional piloting skills and his vital role in the Rebel Alliance's most crucial battles. As a member of the elite Rogue Squadron, Wedge played a key part in the destruction of both Death Stars and helped secure victory for the Rebellion.

Character Description

Wedge Antilles, a native of Corellia, is a skilled and loyal pilot who serves the Rebel Alliance with unwavering dedication. Initially a member of the Red Squadron, Wedge quickly proves his worth as a top-class fighter pilot, participating in the Battle of Yavin and the assault on the first Death Star. He is one of the few pilots to survive the battle, along with Luke Skywalker and a handful of others.

In The Empire Strikes Back, Wedge joins the newly formed Rogue Squadron and plays a pivotal role in the Battle of Hoth, expertly navigating the treacherous icy terrain to bring down Imperial AT-AT walkers. Wedge continues to display his impressive piloting abilities in Return of the Jedi when he participates in the attack on the second Death Star, ultimately destroying its main reactor and securing a decisive victory for the Rebel Alliance.

Throughout his time in the original trilogy, Wedge Antilles emerges as a reliable, courageous, and skilled pilot who consistently puts his life on the line for the greater good of the Rebellion.

Appearances in Star Wars Media

• Film: A New Hope - Wedge Antilles participates in the Battle of Yavin as a member of the Red Squadron and is one of the few pilots to survive the assault on the first Death Star.
• Film: The Empire Strikes Back - Wedge plays a crucial role in the Battle of Hoth as a member of Rogue Squadron, expertly piloting a snowspeeder to take down Imperial AT-AT walkers.
• Film: Return of the Jedi - Wedge, now a seasoned pilot, participates in the attack on the second Death Star, ultimately destroying its main reactor and securing victory for the Rebel Alliance.
• Various novels, comics, and games in the Star Wars canon - Wedge Antilles' story is further explored and expanded upon in numerous books, comics, and video games set in the Star Wars universe.