Sio Bibble/Legends

"I feel the Senate is powerless to resolve this crisis."

- Sio Bibble, 22 BBY

Sio Bibble was governor of the planet Naboo during the reigns of queens Amidala, Jamillia and Apailana. He stayed behind and allowed himself to be taken captive during the Trade Federation invasion, while his queen traveled to Coruscant to appeal to the Republic Senate.

Biography
Sio Bibble was a learned man, a philosopher and outspoken pacifist who refused to carry weapons. Nevertheless, he did not underestimate the warmongering nature of his opponents when they jammed interstellar communication frequencies. He also was an outspoken critic of the Republic's bureaucratic judicial system. During the Blockade of Naboo, he was an advisor to Queen Amidala and was captured along with the other Naboo citizens when the Trade Federation invaded Naboo. When Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi helped Amidala escape, Bibble stayed behind on Naboo to attempt to negotiate with Nute Gunray. He later appeared during the liberation celebration of Naboo. During the Separatist crisis, he continued as an advisor to Queen Jamillia. After the death of Senator Amidala, he was one of the mourners at Padme's funeral.

Behind the scenes
Governor Sio Bibble was portrayed by Oliver Ford Davies in all three prequels. Since the acclaimed British actor was unable to attend the shooting of the Episode II Naboo court scenes in Italy, his part was reshot on bluescreen and was later reinserted.

Appearances

 * Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
 * Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
 * Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith