The internet recently went crazy over the Chewbacca Mask Lady, who posted a video of herself with a delightful purchase from Kohl's. The video has already gone viral, and it didn't take long before the original Chewbacca himself, former "Star Wars" actor Peter Mayhew, took notice!
Who Is The Chewbacca Mask Lady?
Candace Payne is the Chewbacca Lady, who originally just wanted to return a few items to the department store. However, she emerged from Kohl's with a special purchase that instantly made the world smile: A Hasbro Chewbacca mask from "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." Candace Payne immediately took to her Facebook page as she tried on the mask, and the result was internet gold. Take a look at the Chewbacca Mask Lady's viral video, and dare to resist Candace's infectious glee.
How can one laugh be so infectious? It may have to do with the Chewbacca mask emitting the Wookie's trademark cry every time Candace opens her mouth. The Chewbacca Mask Lady's "The simple joys in life" video has already been seen by more than 135 million Facebook users, and it looks like she's even caught the attention of the real Chewbacca.
Peter Mayhew Weighs In On Chewbacca Mask Lady
Peter Mayhew knows a thing or two about Chewbacca. After all, the "Star Wars" actor portrayed Han Solo's best Wookie pal in four films. Peter Mayhew was undoubtedly delighted with Chewbacca Mask Lady, and he even tweeted about his reaction to the video.
"I'm such a happy chewbacca.." This lady is still making me smile. Lovely video to come out on my birthday :) pic.twitter.com/khUizi6nFf
— Peter Mayhew (@TheWookieeRoars) May 21, 2016
Fun For The Whole Chewbacca Mask Family
Although Candace Payne did mention that she would share the Chewbacca mask with her children, Kohl's wanted to make sure her entire family would be able to enjoy their own mask (via ComicBook). The department store decided to surprise the Chewbacca Mask Lady with more "Star Wars" toys, gift cards, rewards points and yes, more Chewbacca masks. You can watch the equally delightful video posted on the Kohl's Facebook page below.
