Colin Higgins, a renowned British actor, made a lasting impact on British television with his numerous appearances. However, his most notable role remains his fleeting appearance as Wedge Antilles in the iconic 1977 film, Star Wars. Despite being cast in the highly anticipated production, Higgins' tenure was short-lived, lasting only a single day of filming. The reason behind his sudden departure was his struggle to memorize his lines, ultimately resulting in his dismissal. Dennis Lawson, who took over the role, went on to achieve great success as Wedge Antilles, while Higgins' contribution was relegated to an uncredited appearance as a Rebel Pilot. For many years, fans affectionately referred to Higgins as "Fake Wedge" due to his brief and unremarkable stint in the film. It wasn't until a later retcon that his character received a unique name and backstory, that of Colonel Takbright, redeeming his place in the Star Wars universe.
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