A biography for Joonas Suotamohasn’t been written yet.
“At the beginning of 'Solo,' Chewbacca is a stray dog from the streets who has been beaten. He is very guarded and not trusting of the outside world. When the situation arises, he calls upon the powers he has and can do amazing things.”
“Peter Mayhew had unique physical attributes. I don't have those. I mean, I'm just a regular guy who happens to be seven feet. Peter had huge hands, and his physical being created Chewbacca. I'm just trying to make sure Chewbacca stays on screen for more movies.”
“I see myself as a normal guy - until I see myself in photos; then, 'Oh, I'm tall.'”
“Actors are often short. It can be hard to make others look good if you are three heads taller.”
“I think I ate at the John Hancock building - I loved the view.”
“Woody Harrelson was just so much fun. He's a child at heart, and he loved being in a 'Star Wars' film, I think.”