FIRST LOOK: Interactive BB-8 meet-and-greet debuts at Hong Kong Disneyland, “Star Wars” droid coming soon to Walt Disney World

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The adorable droid from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has made his debut at Hong Kong Disneyland, now “speaking” with (beeping at?) guests.

This fully animated BB-8 comes to life via a bit of Disney magic, moving his body and head in response to guests talking to him. See the lovable droid in action in the video below, shared by Chris Iannuzzi – the “Puppet Master” of Walt Disney Parks & Resorts Creative Entertainment:

BB-8 will begin character meet-and-greets at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida next month in the Star Wars Launch Bay attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

The droid has previously appeared at Walt Disney World in a “Star Wars” stage show:

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