It’s the end of an era as Mark Hamill announces his major Twitter decision

Mark Hamill has joined a growing number of celebrities and public figures in announcing his departure from X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, following Donald Trump’s surprising election victory. Known for his outspoken critiques of Trump, Hamill made his exit official with a post on Blue Sky, the new social media platform that is quickly gaining traction.

In his message, the Star Wars actor took a jab at Elon Musk, the owner of X, whose increasing ties to Trump have sparked concern among many users. Hamill humorously referred to his departure as fleeing to “bluer skies,” and although he joked that he’d likely be called an “Ex-X,” he preferred the term “TwitterQuitter.”

This move follows mounting concerns about X’s role in promoting far-right conspiracy theories and the platform’s apparent favoritism toward Trump. Hamill’s posts had become a staple for many, especially for those who enjoyed his sharp criticisms of both Musk and Trump. His witty and biting commentary on Musk’s management of the platform, as well as his relentless mockery of Trump, made his presence on X a highlight for many users.

Hamill’s exit from X also signals a broader trend of prominent figures abandoning the platform. Author Stephen King, a frequent Hamill collaborator in opposing Trump, also announced his departure this week, citing the toxic environment on X and encouraging fans to follow him on Threads. They join other notable names like Guillermo del Toro, Jamie Lee Curtis, Barbra Streisand, Ben Stiller, Matthew Lillard, and journalist Don Lemon, who all left the platform due to similar concerns.

This isn’t the first time Hamill has walked away from a platform in protest. He also canceled his subscription to the Washington Post last month after the paper refused to endorse either presidential candidate, a decision he publicly criticized, echoing his frustrations with Trump’s campaign.

While Hamill’s sharp critiques will be missed on X, his departure highlights a larger shift towards platforms like Blue Sky, which many see as offering a more positive and less politically charged alternative to X’s current atmosphere. For those who followed Hamill’s Trump takedowns and enjoyed his social media presence, his move to Blue Sky might just be the fresh start everyone needs.