George Lucas Fast Facts Personal: Birth place: Modesto, California Father: George Lucas Sr., office supply store owner Mother: Dorothy (Bomberger) Lucas Marriages: Mellody Hobson (2013-present); Marcia Griffin (1969-1983, divorced) Children: with Mellody Hobson: Everest (daughter), 2013; adopted as a single father: Jett, 1993, Katherine, 1988; adopted with Marcia Griffin: Amanda, 1981 Education: Modesto Junior College, A.A., 1964; University of Southern California, B.F.A., 1966 Other Facts: Originally wanted to be a race car driver, but changed his mind after a near fatal car accident. Teamed with Steven Spielberg to make the “Indiana Jones” series of movies. Founder of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, which promotes innovation in education.