Hayden Christensen to Appear at Houston’s Comicpalooza in June 2025

HOUSTON — Star Wars actor Hayden Christensen, known for his role as Darth Vader, will attend Comicpalooza from June 20 to June 22 at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

Christensen first portrayed Anakin Skywalker in 2002’s “Star Wars: Episode II — Attack of the Clones” and reprised the role in the Disney+ series “Obi-Wan Kenobi” and “Ahsoka.” His return to the iconic character has received positive acclaim from fans, who are eager to meet the actor.

“Our first round of guest announcements covers a wide range of fandoms and is indicative of the diverse interests of Comicpalooza attendees. From rising stars like Sosie Bacon to beloved luminaries like Hayden Christensen, we are thrilled to bring these icons to Houston to meet their devoted Space City fans,” said Aimée McCurtain, Chief Strategy Officer for Comicpalooza and Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy for Houston First Corporation.

In addition to Christensen, Comicpalooza has announced a lineup that includes other notable guests such as Adam Savage, host of the television series “Mythbusters,” actors Sosie Bacon, Patton Oswalt, and Alicia Witt, as well as voiceover artist Sean Schemmel.

WWE Hall of Famer Charles Wright will lead the wrestling segment of the event, joined by fellow wrestlers Lisa Marie Varon and Torrie Wilson. Comicpalooza also celebrates literary talent, featuring authors like Andrea Stewart and Paul Tremblay, who are known for their contributions to fantasy and horror fiction.

Comicpalooza is Houston’s largest comic and fan convention, attracting between 40,000 and 50,000 attendees each year. The event includes panels, autograph sessions, merchandise vendors, and immersive experiences tailored for fans.

Tickets for the festival can be purchased online and typically sell out quickly due to high demand for appearances by popular stars like Christensen.