Disney and Lucasfilm have reached a settlement with Gina Carano, concluding a legal battle that began after her 2021 dismissal from the Star Wars series The Mandalorian. Carano had filed a federal lawsuit in California in February 2024, alleging she was wrongfully terminated for expressing right-wing opinions on social media. She claimed the firing caused emotional harm and cost her millions in lost income, seeking reinstatement or at least $75,000 in compensation. The companies did not disclose the settlement terms but confirmed the agreement resolves all pending legal matters.

In a statement, Lucasfilm described Carano as “well respected” by colleagues and praised her dedication to her work. The company added that it looks forward to exploring potential future projects with her. Carano, who portrayed mercenary Cara Dune on the show, also confirmed the settlement through her agent, calling it “the best outcome for all parties involved” and expressing excitement to move forward with her career in the arts.

Elon Musk’s financial backing

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Carano credited Elon Musk for financially supporting her lawsuit, referring to him as “a man I’ve never met” who performed a “Good Samaritan deed.” She previously confirmed that Musk and his social media company X agreed to cover her legal expenses, fulfilling an earlier promise from Musk to fund legal defenses for X users who claimed they faced discrimination over their activity on the platform. Musk has not commented on the settlement.

Background on the controversy

Carano’s social media activity had sparked debate long before her departure from The Mandalorian. She posted messages comparing modern political divisions to the Holocaust, mocked mask-wearing during the pandemic, and appeared to suggest voter fraud occurred in the 2016 U.S. presidential election — despite a lack of evidence for widespread fraud. In her lawsuit, she alleged male co-stars who made comparable remarks were not subjected to the same consequences, arguing that her firing was inconsistent and discriminatory.

While neither Disney nor Lucasfilm has disclosed any details about possible collaborations, both parties have left the door open for future work together. For Carano, the settlement marks the end of a contentious chapter and the beginning of what she describes as a new artistic focus. With the case now closed, she says she is ready to focus on her next ventures while maintaining her public presence both on-screen and through her personal platforms.