There is, quite possibly, no more diverse or wildly inspired catalog of creatures than that of the Star Wars galaxy. One of the newest members to that family, the diminutive fan favorite Babu Frik, has one of the best stories to confirm that statement, as the influences behind his character happened to be none other than legendary actors Joe Pesci and Ernest Borgnine.
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