Princess Leias turn out in force as New Orleans mourns Carrie Fisher

'Public demonstration of love' for actor who died this week sees fans dressed as Star Wars character stage 'Chewbacchus' parade in streets of the Big Easy In New Orleans on Friday, thousands turned out to honor Carrie Fisher, the actor famous for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars movies. Related: My time with Carrie Fisher, a hurricane of energy, charisma and foul language