Padmé Amidala
Queen of Naboo, Anakin's wife, and mother of Luke and Leia
Elected Queen of Naboo in the final years of the Galactic Republic, later active as a Galactic Senator. Known as the wife of Anakin Skywalker and mother of Luke and Leia. A politician who possesses courage, beauty, and intelligence.
Quotes
- “You still have good in your heart.”
- “I believe this life can still be saved.”
- “My duty is to protect you. I will go.”
- “I will not lie to you.”
- “For peace, I will fight.”
Trivia
- The Naboo Queen costume she wears references Mongolian royal fashion.
- Her childhood name was Padmé Naberrie, indicating her civilian origins.
- Her marriage to Anakin was kept secret, known to only a few.
- The japor snippet was from Anakin. She cherished it throughout her life.
- Officially set as unmarried, but actually married.
- Her state funeral was grandly attended by Naboo's new queen and the Gungans.
Alternate names
Padmé Naberrie
Naberrie
Naberry
Profile
- Species
- Humanoid
- Gender
- Female
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Beautiful human woman. Features luxurious royal costumes as Queen of Naboo. Maintains a neat and dignified posture.
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
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- Elegant posture
- Complex royal makeup
- Lush black hair
- Iconic items
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- Naboo Queen costume
- Blaster
- Japor snippet
- Senatorial gown
- Lightsaber (used in combat)
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Brave
- Detailed personality
- Possesses strong convictions and decisiveness, kindness, and demonstrates intelligence as a politician. Equipped with the action and courage to fight personally to protect her country. Holds ideals from childhood, sometimes shows impulsive actions, but fundamentally thoughtful.
- Keywords
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- Brave
- Intelligent
- Kind
- Strong sense of responsibility
- Decisive
- Action-oriented
- Politician
- Protector
- Motto
- “To serve the people”
- Talents
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- Political acumen
- Negotiation skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Swordsmanship (lightsaber)
- Self-defense techniques
- Blaster marksmanship
- Quick decision-making
- Skills
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- Diplomatic negotiations
- Crisis management
- Leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Blaster handling
- Infiltration operations
- Motivation
- To protect the peace of the galaxy and the prosperity of Naboo. To protect her family and live a peaceful life with her loved ones.
- Habits
- Cherishes the japor snippet.
History
- Backstory
- Born into a civilian family on Naboo, aspired to become a politician from childhood. Ascended to the throne as Queen of Naboo at age 14, then faced the Trade Federation's planetary blockade incident. Led her people as queen, and during the Clone Wars, active as a Galactic Senator. Met young Anakin Skywalker and secretly married him, but met a tragic end accompanying his fall to the dark side.
- Debut date
- May 19, 1999
- Work title
- Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
- Media type
- Movie
Battle of Naboo
- Significant event
- Battle of Naboo
- Description
- As queen, confronted the Naboo invasion by battle droids and allied with the Gungans to achieve victory.
Galactic Senate Attendance and Struggle
- Significant event
- Galactic Senate Attendance and Struggle
- Description
- Appealed for the Naboo blockade in the Senate and proposed a motion of no confidence in the Supreme Chancellor. Challenged the corrupt political system.
Secret Marriage to Anakin
- Significant event
- Secret Marriage to Anakin
- Description
- Secretly married Anakin Skywalker, defying the Jedi Code.
First Battle of Geonosis and Capture
- Significant event
- First Battle of Geonosis and Capture
- Description
- Infiltrated the Separatist base, was captured but rescued during the assault, and contributed to the battle.
Final Moments of Consciousness
- Significant event
- Final Moments of Consciousness
- Description
- Reunited with Anakin but witnessed his fall to the dark side. Died after giving birth to Luke and Leia.
Relationships
Anakin Skywalker
Spouse
Husband. Pursued forbidden love and secretly married. Loved him until the end but grieved his fall to the dark side.
Luke Skywalker
Child
Son. Born secretly as the child of Anakin and Padmé. Becomes the hope of the galaxy.
Leia Organa
Child
Daughter. Child of Anakin and Padmé, becomes a leader of the Resistance.
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Mentor
Former friend and Anakin's master. Supported her as a bodyguard and advisor.
Sheev Palpatine
Collaborator in Naboo and the Galactic Senate, but later as a Sith Lord derailed her fate.
Rex
Ally
During the Clone Wars, a clone trooper commander who knew of Padmé and Anakin's relationship and cooperated in keeping it secret.
Naboo Kingdom
Naboo Kingdom: leader
Galactic Republic Senate
Galactic Republic Senate: politician
Media appearances
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Movie / Protagonist
1999
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Movie / Protagonist
2002
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Movie / Protagonist
2005
Star Wars: Clone Wars
Anime / Supporting
2008 initial broadcast
LEGO Star Wars
Game / Supporting
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Anime / Supporting
Voice cast and creators
Natalie Portman
- Voice actor
- Natalie Portman
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Film series
- Notes
- Lead version
Maaya Sakamoto
- Voice actor
- Maaya Sakamoto
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Japanese film dub
Grey DeLisle
- Voice actor
- Grey DeLisle
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Star Wars: Clone Wars
Catherine Taber
- Voice actor
- Catherine Taber
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series
Saki Fujita
- Voice actor
- Saki Fujita
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Robot Chicken
George Lucas
- Creator name
- George Lucas
- Role
- Original author
unknown
- Creator name
- unknown
- Role
- Character designer
Lucasfilm
- Creator name
- Lucasfilm
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Padmé Amidala Figure
- Item name
- Padmé Amidala Figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Naboo Queen Costume Set
- Item name
- Naboo Queen Costume Set
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Limited
LEGO Star Wars Padmé Amidala Minifigure
- Item name
- LEGO Star Wars Padmé Amidala Minifigure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular