John Coppinger

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John Coppinger

Creature Performer Crew Original Trilogy Sculptor, puppeteer, creature effects artist

Known for: Jabba the Hutt / creature effects

2 Celebrations
2 Panels
2 Autographs
0 Photo Ops

John Coppinger helped bring Jabba the Hutt to life in Return of the Jedi, contributing to the creature’s sculpting and on-set puppetry. His work connects him to one of the original trilogy’s most complex practical effects characters.

Appearance History

Celebration Appearances

2 listed

Panel History

Panel Appearances

2 listed
Star Wars Celebration IV May 24 to May 28, 2007 • Los Angeles, California 2 panels
Friday, May 25, 2007 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Opening Ceremonies

Opening Ceremony Hall K

The Opening Ceremonies served as Celebration IV's public birthday party for the 30th anniversary of Star Wars. Fans entering the room received commemorative postal material tied to the St...

Saturday, May 26, 2007 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

John Coppinger & Michael Carter

Fan Club Lounge Room 502 AB

This guest session paired John Coppinger, associated with Jabba the Hutt creature work and performance, with Michael Carter, who played Bib Fortuna in Return of the Jedi. The discussion l...


Price History

Autograph Appearances

2 listed
Star Wars Celebration IV
May 24 to May 28, 2007 • Los Angeles, California
Original Price $10
Adjusted Value $15.932026 dollars
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Star Wars Celebration Europe
July 13 to July 15, 2007 • London, England, UK
Original Price £15
Adjusted Value £26.252026 pounds
Change +$20.51 / +205.1% Compared using historical USD equivalent

Photo History

Photo Op Appearances

0 listed

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