Carrie Fisher, the flesh-and-blood woman who lived behind the image of the invincible Princess Leia, left this world a little sadder in December 2016. All Star Wars fans miss her, but they are not the only ones. Among her most devoted admirers and friends is someone with four legs, a little more fur than usual (though less than Chewbacca), and a fierce, unconditional love with no intention of forgetting her.
Gary, a small French bulldog, was adopted by Carrie five years before her death. This beautiful STAR DOG had a mission on Earth: to help Carrie Fisher fight her bipolar disorder. Of course, this mission was only the beginning of a great friendship. Gary Fisher was already one of the family. He accompanied the actress to shoots, premieres, interviews, and even to the signing of her book The Princess Diarist. Gary was completely integrated into the life of the Hollywood star. Accustomed to walking the red carpet, he decided to make his leap to fame permanent by becoming a true eminence of the Star Wars world. So much so that they reserved for him an appearance in the saga’s final film: The Last Jedi. The pair became inseparable, but there is something even more powerful than a Jedi’s Force: life itself. The life of our admired Princess Leia came to an end, leaving behind a valuable and impressive cinematic legacy. But also an example of pure, unconditional love. A demonstration of how humans and dogs form indestructible bonds that overcome even the barriers of nature itself.
Gary, who was already known for his “personal” Instagram profile, continues to celebrate his undeniable and unbreakable bond with the actress after her death.
The STAR DOG continues to share his day-to-day life with his fans, which may involve lying on the sofa hugging a cushion with his beloved Carrie’s face on it, watching a basketball game, or showing us how tired he is after a “business” trip. But whatever his daily reality, he ALWAYS has words of love, tenderness, and gratitude for his friend Carrie Fisher.
So much so that everyone was moved by the photograph Gary posted on his personal profile while watching the trailer for the latest Star Wars film. Of course, he also attended its premiere at Los Angeles’s legendary Chinese Theatre, after which an emotional and proud Corby McCoin, the actress’s former personal assistant and Gary’s caregiver after her death, stated in an interview with ABC7 that the little four-legged dog recognized Carrie every time she appeared on screen. He demonstrated this by moving his ears and leaning his body toward the television whenever he saw Princess Leia in action.
Gary is a living example of unconditional love. He was part of the actress’s life, helped her when Carrie needed him most, and together they formed an invincible pair that conquered the entire world. Today, Gary is well cared for and looked after. And he continues to keep his owner’s legacy alive through his social media, where the great and eternal Carrie Fisher will always remain present.
May the Force be with you, Gary!