Dipika O'Neill Joti

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Dipika Joti
Born
Dipika O'Neill Joti

1967 (age 53–54)
OccupationFilm, television actress
Years active1999-2002

Dipika O'Neill Joti (born 1967 in India) is an Indian former actress. She is of Indian descent.[citation needed]

Biography[]

After moving to London in the late 1990s, Joti played the role of the Chalactan Jedi Master Depa Billaba in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace and Episode II – Attack of the Clones.[1] Despite not being a speaking role, Joti's character would later become of great importance to the Star Wars saga. Joti has also appeared in the TV series , in which she plays the role of the Mayor of the town.

Upon arriving in London, Joti added O'Neill as a middle name. She was given advice that adopting a western name would lead to a greater chance of landing roles.

Joti has since returned to India, where she currently teaches meditation.

Filmography[]

Year Title Role Notes
1999 Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace Depa Billaba
2001 Gimme 6 Mayor Recurring role
2002 Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones Depa Billaba Archive footage

References[]

  1. ^ "Dipika O'Neill Joti".

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