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Obi-Wan Kenobi’s character arc spans a rich and extensive timeline within the Star Wars saga. Here’s a breakdown of his ages across significant on-screen appearances:
- The Phantom Menace: 25 years old
- Introduced as an older Padawan near the culmination of his Jedi training, Obi-Wan, born in 57 BBY, is depicted as a 25-year-old still undergoing his Jedi education. Witnessing the loss of his mentor, he embarks on the path towards becoming the Jedi Master seen in “A New Hope.”
- Attack of the Clones: 35 years old
- Set a decade after “The Phantom Menace,” Obi-Wan is now a Jedi Knight mentoring Anakin Skywalker. While guiding Anakin away from dark emotions, he himself continues learning crucial lessons from Jedi luminaries like Yoda and Mace Windu, not yet ready to ascend to Master status.
- The Clone Wars: 35-38 years old
- Spanning the period between “Attack of the Clones” and “Revenge of the Sith,” Obi-Wan, aged between 35 and 38, advances to the rank of Jedi Master, invited to join the Jedi Council. This era solidifies the deep bond between Anakin and Obi-Wan, amplifying the tragedy of Anakin’s eventual fall to the dark side.
- Revenge of the Sith: 38 years old
- The demise of the Jedi Order occurs before Obi-Wan’s 40th year, shattering his worldview. He grapples with Anakin’s fall and his role in it, leading to the fateful confrontation where he battles Anakin, ultimately contributing to his transformation into Darth Vader.
- Obi-Wan Kenobi Series: 48 years old
- A decade after “Revenge of the Sith,” Obi-Wan lives in seclusion on Tatooine, overseeing a young Luke Skywalker while distancing himself from the Force. Drawn out of hiding, he encounters a youthful Leia and confronts Darth Vader, discovering his innocence in Anakin’s downfall.
- Rebels: 52 years old
- Set just before “A New Hope,” Obi-Wan has a brief but pivotal appearance in Rebels, engaging in a final duel with Maul on Tatooine. His demeanor aligns closely with the sage-like portrayal seen in “A New Hope,” confirming Luke’s destiny as the Chosen One.
- A New Hope: 57 years old
- Ben Kenobi meets his fate at 57, willingly facing Darth Vader, guiding Luke briefly, and imparting wisdom before sacrificing himself in a duel, becoming one with the Force to set Luke on the path toward his destiny against the Empire.
Obi-Wan’s journey through these key stages of his life reveals the evolution of a wise and pivotal figure within the Star Wars universe, leaving an indelible mark on the saga’s legacy.