'Star Wars' Fans Petitioning to Get Statue of Ewan McGregor's Obi-Wan Kenobi Put Up on Scotland's Highest Ground

Ewan McGregor as a young Obi-Wan Kenobi is frequently lauded as one of the best performances in the Star Wars franchise. The Golden Globe winner is even set to star in an Obi-Wan spin-off series for Disney+. Clearly, people love his portrayal, and now, fans are even petitioning for a statue of the character to grace the top of Ben Nevis, Scotland's tallest peak. The summit is the collapsed dome of an ancient volcano and features the ruins of an abandoned observatory. Sounds pretty fitting, considering Obi-Wan's final interaction with Anakin Skywalker in Revenge of the Sith.

As reported by ComicBook.com, the petition, created by Change.org user Connor Heggie, reads as follows:

"Ewan McGregor is a phenomenal actor and is considered one of Scotland's best. Appearing in countless films for over two decades, Ewan has an impressive filmography. With his most iconic role being that of Obi Wan Kenobi from George Lucas' Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. Regardless of what you think of the Prequel Trilogy, most people will say that Obi Wan was done brilliantly. He made Obi Wan Kenobi the popular character he is today. And I think he deserves something for it."

The description later adds, "A statue of Obi Wan Kenobi would be rather fitting, given the mountain's nickname, the volcanic past and its the highest ground of Ewan McGregor's home county. He would literally have 'the high ground,' watching over all of Scotland. It's poetic in a way." It also notes that the statue would see the mountain increasing in popularity, with Star Wars fans traveling from around the world to see it.

The petition currently has more than 19,000 signatures! Even though it might seem silly, hiking to the top of Scotland's highest peak to be greeted by Obi-Wan sounds pretty great to me. You can sign the petition here.