The ‘Star Wars’ creator has topped a poll by Forbes.com after making $170 million in the past year, mainly thanks to his production company Lucasfilm – which is behind the sci-fi franchise and numerous other projects.

Film South, the regional film office for Canterbury and the West Coast will be ceasing operations this week after 8 years marketing the regions' locations, creative talent and facilities.

The 66-year-old star made the staggering sum after starring in ‘Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull’ - which took £500 million worldwide at the box office.