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Natalie Portman's Queen Padmé Amidala played a vital role in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, but didn't live to witness the events of A New Hope and beyond after passing away while giving birth to twins Luke and Leia at the end of Revenge of the Sith.

Amidala's death is what ultimately pushed Anakin Skywalker to fully abandon the path of the Jedi and allow himself to be consumed be the Dark Side of the Force.

The Disney+ Star Wars shows have allowed us to revisit earlier timelines in the Galaxy Far, Far Away, and though we have seen both Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen reprise their respective roles as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin/Darth Vader, Padme has yet to make an appearance. She has showed up in The Clone Wars animated series and several Star Wars novels, but we haven't seen her in live-action since Rots.

Honestly, the...

Star Wars may take place in a galaxy far, far away, but it's not afraid of running around in circles. Ahsoka, the latest live-action Disney+ series starring Rosario Dawson, has already featured a bevy of iconic faces, most notably Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker aka Darth Vader. However, series creator and showrunner Dave Filoni is not done recruiting former Star Wars actors for his flagship streaming show. While many fans never expected the prequel era to make a resurgence in the past few years, the latest development surrounding Ahsoka will shock them the most. The show is reportedly close to adding another big name to its call sheet — Natalie Portman.

According to Kristian Harloff, Portman is close to signing a deal to reprise her role as Padmé Amidala in Ahsoka Season 2. Furthermore, Harloff speculates her return will be made through the same mystical plane that brought back old characters last season,...

Despite Lucasfilm's struggle to get Star Wars feature films off the ground, the television side of things has continued to find success. For the past six years, the Disney+ streaming service has consistently produced multiple seasons of various animated and live-action television series — 2024 saw the release of both The Acolyte and Skeleton Crew, and 2023 gave us a third season of The Mandalorian and the first season of Ahsoka. And with a second season of the latter series on the way, new rumors about who might appear have begun to float around.

A new Star Wars News Net report based on reporting from Kristian Harloff suggests that one iconic Jedi is set to appear in the second season of Ahsoka. Ewan McGregor's Obi-Wan Kenobi is rumored to appear in flashbacks on the series, which will take place during the same time as the animated series The Clone Wars. Ariana Greenblatt...

The first season of "Ahsoka" marked the franchise's biggest swing yet in transforming the animated side of the property, spearheaded by George Lucas' heir apparent Dave Filoni, into the world of live-action. The fan-favorite Jedi (played by Rosario Dawson) finally received her long-awaited continuation after the events of both "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" and "Star Wars Rebels," as she teamed up once again with her old crew made up of Sabine Wren (now played by Natasha Liu Bordizzo) and Hera Syndulla (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) in order to track down the missing Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi). The new series left us on yet another significant cliffhanger ending at the end of its first season, as old menace Grand Admiral Thrawn (Lars Mikkelsen) had his sights set on conquering the galaxy at large.

All of this means the pieces are in place for a very busy and action-packed season 2, which was...

We now know who will take over for the late Ray Stevenson on Ahsoka and it’s a good choice for the part!

Ahsoka was one of the most anticipated Star Wars shows when it debuted in 2023. It focused on the long-popular character from The Clone Wars animated series, former Jedi Padawan Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson), as she handles life in the post-Empire galaxy.

The series was a live-action sequel to the beloved Rebels animated series, with Ahsoka reuniting with old pals Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo) and Hera Syndulla (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). This involved a search for former would-be Jedi Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi).

The biggest part of the show was that it finally brought into live-action one of the greatest villains of the Star Wars universe, Grand Admiral Thrawn (Lars Mikkelsen). He was aided by the Nightsisters alongside Baylan Skoll and his apprentice Shin Hati (Ivanna Sakhno).

Skoll...

Star Wars fans had wondered if we might see Baylan Skoll in the galaxy far, far away again despite actor Ray Stevenson's passing, and we now have confirmation that the character will return for the upcoming second season of Ahsoka.

First reported by Jeff Sneider and later confirmed by THR, Scottish actor Rory McCann, best known for playing The Hound on HBO’s Game of Thrones, is set to take over as Skoll in season 2 of the Disney+ Star Wars series.

Stevenson, who sadly died back in May of 2023 just before his 58th birthday, played the villainous(?) former Jedi in the series, and the finale featured his last scene as the character, as we see the powerful Force-wielder standing on the ruins of a mountain-sized sculpture of the Mortis gods.

Skoll didn't have a big part to play in the events of the concluding episode, but Stevenson would undoubtedly...

The death of Ray Stevenson in 2023 created one of those terrible dilemmas for Star Wars series Ahsoka, as the actor’s powerful performance as Baylan Skoll was one that became a huge part of the Disney+ series’ success. There seemed to be no question that the character would need to be recast, and finally the answer about who will be stepping into those mighty shoes has been revealed. As per The Hollywood Reporter, who confirmed a slightly earlier rumor by journalist Jeff Sneider, Game of Thrones star Rory McCann will be swapping the sword of The Hound for the lightsaber of Skoll.

Information about Season 2 of Ahsoka has been very slow in coming from Disney and Lucasfilm. With several other Star Wars shows failing to be granted a second season, the time between the 2023 release of Season 1 and lack of movement on Season 2 made many fans wonder if it could be next for the chop.

According to Jeff Sneider, Rory McCann (Game of Thrones) will take on the role of Baylan Skoll in the second season of Ahsoka. The role was previously played by Ray Stevenson (Rome), who sadly died at the age of 58 before the series was released.

I’ve always been a big fan of Stevenson, but his performance in Ahsoka was on another level. He made Baylan Skoll into one of the most intriguing new Star Wars characters of the modern era. A former Jedi who survived Order 66, Skoll became a Dark Jedi mercenary who even took his own apprentice (Shin Hati). Although he was working with Morgan Elsbeth and Grand Admiral Thrawn, he clearly had his own agenda. The last we saw of him, he was on top of a massive statue of the Mortis gods, which were pointing the way to some unknown power.

Skoll’s story is far from over,...

Star Wars has been absent from the big screen for more than five years now, but that hasn’t stopped Lucasfilm from pumping out content on Disney+, some of which has been received better than others. One of the more beloved shows to come from the Star Wars Disney+ era is Ahsoka, which brought so many fan-favorite characters from Star Wars: Rebels into live-action for the first time, like Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi), Hera Syndulla (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), and not least of all, Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo). Hot Toys has celebrated Sabine’s live-action debut in Ahsoka by dropping a new figure based on Bordizzo’s appearance in the show, even including a green lightsaber to go along with the late-season reveal that she is indeed Force-sensitive.

Is Ahsoka Season 2 Confirmed?(Photo Credit – YouTube)

When Ahsoka premiered on Disney+ in 2023, the audience loved it for its solid performances and thrilling storyline set in the Star Wars universe. The show focuses on the titular Jedi, who fights against a dangerous threat to the galaxy. Created by Dave Filoni, the series topped viewership charts upon its release, which led to its renewal for a second season. So when can we expect Ahsoka Season 2 to release and what will it be about? Continue reading to find out.

Ahsoka Season 2: Potential Cast

The main cast members of Ahsoka are expected to return for Season 2. These include Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano, Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren, Lars Mikkelsen as Grand Admiral Thrawn, Ivanna Sakhno as Shin Hati, and Evan Whitten as Jacen Syndulla.

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Disney is unveiling another slate of steelbook Blu-Ray releases of Disney+ shows just in time for the holidays! Find out what you can get!

Much has been made of the decline of physical media with studios concentrating more on streaming services. That includes Disney, which ended its long running Disney Movie Club and shying away from Blu-Ray releases as of late.

However, the company is still keeping it up with special 4K steelbook releases for some top Disney+ shows. A wave of them hit in 2023 but today Disney announced a new quartet of shows hitting stores on December 3rd so here’s a rundown!

The Mandalorian Season 3

Fans were a bit divided on this season of the Star Wars series yet it had some big stuff from guest stars like Jack Black and Lizzo to delve more into the workings of how the Empire becomes the First Order. There’s...

Ezra Bridger has been a fan-favorite Star Wars character for many years, particularly among fans of the animated series Star Wars Rebels. The most recent actor to play the character, Eman Esfandi, recently told the story of how he came to bring Ezra into live-action in the Ahsoka series.

During his recent guest appearance on Katee Sackhoff's The Sackhoff Show podcast, Esfandi revealed he didn't even know who Ezra was at first -- until he saw a photo of what an older version of the character might look like online.

Sometimes, we forget that celebrities also often find themselves scrolling mindlessly through social media. That's how the actor first discovered Ezra, or as the internet likes to call him, "Space Aladdin."

"I was online and something came up about someone playing Space Aladdin," he said. "And then there's a picture of him by Pandora Young art, and it's this...

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Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi recently opened up about his casting as Ezra Bridger in the hit Star Wars series.

The actor notably made his debut in the franchise as the fan-favorite Rebels character, who was revealed to be stuck in Peridea during the later episodes of the first season of Ahsoka.

The character's return was celebrated by many fans as it also marked his live-action debut. Esfandi's performance was also praised and considered to be one of the highlights of the first season.

Eman Esfandi on Getting Cast as Ezra Bridger in Ahsoka

In a recent interview, Esfandi shared how he got cast as Ezra Bridger in the first season of Ahsoka.

He admitted that he was not hugely familiar with the Star Wars franchise, but he took notice of the character after seeing an...

Star Wars star Eman Esfandi reveals the extraordinary tale of how he learned of and ultimately secured the role of an older Ezra Bridger for the Ahsoka Disney+ series. Making his debut in 2014's Star Wars Rebels animated series, Ezra was an orphan on Lothal, who finds himself entangled in a Rebel cell's fight against the Empire, adopts a new family, and responds to a calling to the path of the Jedi. In Ahsoka, Ezra is finally found once more in the distant world of Peridea after being presumed lost following his sacrifice in the liberation of his home world.

In an interview with another Star Wars star Katee Sackoff on The Sackoff Show podcast, Esfandi recently opened up about his casting. While he was initially only familiar with the franchise through the Skywalker Saga movies, he was first drawn to Ezra after seeing discussions about who should play the character in live-action,...

Star Wars Rebels is officially ten years old. The series has become one of the most beloved pieces of Star Wars media. The story resonated with fans and had such staying power that many of the characters jumped into live-action with Ahsoka. Looking back on the show, some of the creators of Star Wars Rebels shared their own feelings about the series reaching the decade milestone.

Lucasfilm Animation Director Keith Kellogg shared, "10 years ago today our fans got the first episode of Star Wars Rebels. Appreciate all of you for going on that wonderful journey with us with a new group of exciting characters set around the planet Lothal. I will never forget all the support and love we received from the fans!"

Longtime voice actor Steve Blum, who was the voice of Zeb Orrelios in the show, responded to Kellogg's message, saying, "Thank you for so warmly welcoming all of us into the family.

The Star Wars franchise is one of the biggest in Hollywood today. The fact that we can even say that over three decades after it became one of the biggest franchises is a testament to its staying power. With 11 theatrical releases thus far, its drawing power is proof of its enduring success as fans love to head out to the movies to enjoy more adventures from that galaxy so far, far away.

The film saga expanded its horizons in recent years, branching out into streaming television. Yes, there have been a number of Star Wars shows produced for Disney Plus, including the iconic first one The Mandalorian, which has become one of the streamer's all-time biggest shows. Not all of them, however, have been the success that the streamer was hoping for, and thus not all of them have lasted as long as they should have.

The most successful of them all,...

Ezra Bridgers second lightsaber in Star Wars Rebels was significantly different from his first, as it changed from unique to more traditional. One of the so-called "Children of the Force" born during the Dark Times of the Empire's reign, Ezra Bridger was trained as a Padawan by Kanan Jarrus. He eventually became a gifted Jedi, his distinctive Force powers growing over time.

Ezra's first lightsaber broke Jedi tradition, because it combined a lightsaber with a blaster - a utilitarian hilt that contained a firing mechanism allowing him to shoot stunt blasts at his enemies. Ezras second lightsaber had a much more familiar shape, with a black grip and silver accents. Lightsabers are a key part of a Jedis identity, and this was no different for Ezra.

Ezra's Second Lightsaber Symbolized His Progression As A Jedi

Ezras first lightsaber represented his hesitancy to join Star Wars Rebels' Ghost Crew fully...

If you thought Din Djarin removing his helmet would become a regular thing, or at least something he admits isn't an unforgivable sin, The Mandalorian Season 3 probably proved you wrong. Many are now left wondering if the helmet dilemma is resolved for good after Din bathed in the living waters on Mandalore.

Season 3 saw Din reverting to his strict adherence to the Mandalorian creed, including the part about never removing his helmet. Still, we can't completely rule out the possibility that he'll go through something that forces him to remove it. The question is, what will it take? The truth is Din Djarin needs to go through an experience akin to Ahsoka episode 5, "Shadow Warrior," which changed Ahsoka Tano's outlook, including her outward appearance.

(L-r): Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo), Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson) and Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi) in Lucasfilm's Star Wars: Ahsoka, exclusively on Disney+. ©2023 Lucasfilm Ltd.

At D23 2024 in August, Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni confirmed that filming on The Mandalorian and Grogu is underway. However, information regarding the movie's plot remains scarce, forcing fans to speculate on what the movie will be about and who might show up.

This isn't a bad thing, and it means that we're in for surprises once the movie premieres in May 2026. Still, this hasn't stopped rumors regarding possible cameos from swirling. Most recently, Eman Esfandi, who plays Ezra Bridger in live-action, was quoted at a fan convention as saying he's filming something. Naturally, whatever he allegedly said spread to fans, who concluded that he was indirectly confirming his involvement in The Mandalorian and Grogu.

However, according to CinemaBlend, Esfandi replied to a tweet regarding his involvement in the Mando movie and denied ever confirming that he was filming something.

I did not say this, Mando this is not the...

Star Wars live-action TV shows have changed the franchise forever, for better and for worse. Before Disney+ came along, Star Wars only foray into the TV landscape was with animation Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels were landmark Star Wars projects, and both have undeniably influenced the live-action Disney+ shows, perhaps more than the Skywalker saga movies ever did. Shows like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka wouldnt exist without them.

Though Star Wars began as a cinematic franchise, TV is now its dominating force, even influencing Lucasfilms upcoming theatrical slate The Mandalorian & Grogu is the first of four announced upcoming Star Wars movies. With Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Andor season 2, Ahsoka season 2, and more reportedly on the way, it doesnt look like Star Wars is planning to reduce its TV output anytime soon, either. But despite Star Wars TVs overwhelming presence, it hasnt all been smooth sailing. While...

Eman Esfandi, one of Star Wars' most recent live-action additions, has debunked rumors that his character is set to appear in The Mandalorian and Grogu. As the most immediate upcoming Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian and Grogu lies at the center of much speculation. Lucasfilm has yet to outline The Mandalorian and Grogu's cast and story. However, production began in August 2024, meaning more updates about the continuation of Din Djarin's story areexpected in the coming months. How this impacts upcoming Star Wars TV shows is unclear, but rumors about ties to past small-screen installments have been aplenty.

A recent report that has surfaced online has claimed that Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi will appear in The Mandalorian and Grogu, a claim the actor has since debunked on social media. Esfandi portrayed the live-action version of Ezra Bridger in Ahsoka season 1, with the character being left open for future appearances in Star Wars.

The Creative Arts Emmy Awards were announced this past weekend. Disney+ original Ahsoka was up for five of the categories ranging from Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-hour) and Animation to Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Hairstyling. It is no surprise to fans of the series that the award the creative team took home was for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes.

Congratulations to the cast and crew of #Ahsoka on their Creative Arts Emmy® Awards win for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes! #Emmys pic.twitter.com/gLZhRwhg7H

— Ahsoka (@ahsokaofficial) September 9, 2024

The head of the team that won this prize was Shawna Trpcic, sharing the distinction with Elissa Alcala. Trpcic, a California native, studied fashion at the Otis College of Art and Design. She studied with Bob Mackie, the Oscar-nominated costume designer behind The Star Wars Holiday Special. After beginning her career in films in 1990 as an illustrator,...

Star Wars: Ahsoka picked up a win at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sunday. This marks the first Emmy win for the Star Wars series, which streamed on Disney+ in 2023.

At the ceremony, Ahsoka earned the win for Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes. Specifically, it won the award for the episode, "Part Eight: The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord." The other nominees for the honor included Echo for "Lohawk," Fallout for "The End," Loki for "1893," and What We Do in the Shadows for "Pride Parade."

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Ahsoka earned five nominations overall for the evening. It was also up for Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or Movie (Shogun), Outstanding Period or Fantasy/Sci-Fi Hairstyling (Shogun...

Star Wars' latest retcon to The Mandalorian may have set up a thrilling idea for a new television show. Star Wars television shows seem to be winding down, as only three upcoming Star Wars shows are on the horizon: Skeleton Crew, Andor season 2, and Ahsoka season 2. Instead, the franchise seems to be returning its focus to movies, such as the upcoming film The Mandalorian & Grogu. Though Star Wars seems to be slowing down on TV shows, the franchise may have recently introduced something that would open the door to a new series.

The Star Wars timeline can often be a bit confusing, mainly because it's so often the subject of major retcons and changes. One of the most often changed parts of the timeline is the Great Purge of Mandalore, introduced in The Mandalorian. Now, Star Wars Outlaws has changed the date of the Purge yet again, setting it...

Even in the established Star Wars canon, one can argue that there are two different versions of Grand Admiral Thrawn in the Star Wars galaxy. Created by author Timothy Zahn, Thrawn was a major villain in the wake of Return of the Jedi, as seen in books that are now considered to be non-canon Legends. However, Thrawn has since been brought to the official canon thanks to Dave Filoni's animated series Star Wars Rebels, a live-action debut in Ahsoka, as well as new canon books from Zahn. However, there are still some discrepancies between Filoni and Zahn's versions of Thrawn.

At present, Grand Admiral Thrawn is positioned to become a major threat during the New Republic Era, just like his Legends counterpart. Having returned to the known Star Wars galaxy after years in exile, many expect Thrawn to be the main villain in Filoni's upcoming movie that will reportedly...

This incredible Sabine Wren cosplay is a dead ringer for the Mandalorian Jedi Padawan of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars. Sabine has proven to be a significant addition to Star Wars movies and TV shows. After debuting in Star Wars Rebels in animation, Sabine returned to the Star Wars screen in live-action in the Ahsoka show. Sabine's Star Wars story also isn't over yet, as she will no doubt appear in the upcoming Ahsoka season 2. In fact, the Ahsoka finale perfectly set up an epic journey for both Sabine Wren and Ahsoka Tano as they try to escape Peridea.

Now, one stunning Sabine Wren cosplay has perfectly replicated the intricate Mandalorian armor she dons in both animation and live-action. The cosplay, posted by universeofemily on Instagram, even offers a side-by-side comparison, revealing how truly impressive this armor is.

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Two post-Order 66 Jedi who have yet to meet in Star Wars would form a formidable duo against a villain like Grand Admiral Thrawn. Now that Lucasfilm has started adapting animated characters into live-action in earnest, the sky is truly the limit. The Mandalorian season 3 and Ahsoka season 1 gave us the live-action versions of Star Wars Rebels Ghost crew, and they, including the once-lost Ezra Bridger, are now an integral part of Star Wars New Republic storytelling. Ezras transition to live-action, in particular, was an incredible feat. Eman Esfandi embodies Ezra to a T.

Ezra Bridger wasnt the only young, stubborn, kindhearted Jedi making the Empires life harder during Palpatines reign, however. Cal Kestis (Cameron Monaghan), a Jedi whose canonical story plays out in the Star Wars Jedi games, is just as hopeful and creative as Ezra, using his powers to try and help the galaxy one planet at a time.

A star-studded cast brings iconic Star Wars characters to live-action for the first time in Ahsoka. The series follows Ahsoka as she searches for Grand Admiral Thrawn amidst Imperial Remnants. Ahsoka features beloved characters from Star Wars Rebels in a new live-action setting, continuing their stories.

The Ahsoka Disney+ TV show features an all-star cast bringing some classic Star Wars characters to live-action for the first time. The latest Star Wars TV series set during The Mandalorian era, Ahsoka tells the ongoing story of Anakin Skywalker's Padawan several years after the fall of the Empire. According to Lucasfilm's Dave Filoni, Ahsoka is essentially Star Wars Rebels season 5 - which explains why it features quite a few of the characters from that animated series, translated into live-action at last.

The Mandalorian season 2 introduced Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano, and set her on a quest to locate the missing Grand...

“She was always really good about bringing together people who shared her same passions,” says Elissa Alcala of the late “Ahsoka” costume designer Shawna Trpcic who passed away in 2023. Alcala served as assistant costume designer on the Disney+ series, and joined costume supervisor Devon Patterson to discuss their latest Emmy nomination and the lasting impact of their late collaborator. Watch the exclusive video interview above.

“Ahsoka” continues the adventures of the titular Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson) in live action after the animated series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and “Star Wars: Rebels” charted her earlier exploits. Trpcic, Alcala, and Patterson earned an Emmy nomination for the series finale, “Chapter 8: The Jedi, The Witch, and the Warlord.” For this action-packed installment, the designers created looks for three creepy witches, an army of undead stormtroopers, and evolved the look of a fan favorite hero from the animated series.

Watch Making of ‘Ahsoka’ roundtable panel: Rosario Dawson,...

Thrawn's complex character and goals set him apart from other Star Wars villains, seeking influence rather than power. Artist Kiara's Ahsoka artwork captures anticipation for Thrawn's return, showing growth and improvement over time. Ahsoka season 2 brings excitement as we anticipate the interaction between Ahsoka and the returning Grand Admiral Thrawn.

Many believe Ahsoka season 2 will feature more of Grand Admiral Thrawn, and this incredible Star Wars art perfectly captures the sense of anticipation. Thrawn was lost in hyperspace at the end of Star Wars Rebels,stranded on the distant planet of Peridea with Ezra Bridger for years. Before that, he was a member of the Imperial Military, often going head-to-head with the Rebel Alliance. Though Thrawn was not a direct enemy of Ahsoka specifically, Ahsokas past as a Jedi and her allegiance to the crew of the Ghost.

Artist Kiara posted her Ahsoka artwork on Instagram, pairing the image...

It looks like Freddie Prinze Jr.'s time in the Star Wars galaxy is over. The voice actor for Kanan Jarrus recently offered up a pretty good reason as to why he has no interest in returning to the beloved sci-fi franchise.

During an interview with Screen Rant, Prinze explained how he believes Kanan gets diluted "a little bit" every time he gets brought back. "I feel like every time Kanan gets put out there, since the cartoon, it dilutes the character a little bit. I wasn't even crazy about doing the voiceover in the last movie, and it took a couple of phone calls to convince me to do so. I didn't think Kanan was that powerful to be a Force ghost that would communicate from the past," the actor said. "So, no, my answer is no. I wouldn't do Star Wars, and I wouldn't want to play a different character.

Star Wars fans wondered if Baylan Skoll would be recast following the death of actor Ray Stevenson, and we may now have our answer.

The season 1 finale of Ahsoka, "The Jedi, The Witch, And The Warlord," unfortunately, served as a farewell to the late Thor and Punisher: Warzone actor, who sadly passed away last May just before his 58th birthday.

Stevenson played a villainous former Jedi in the live-action Star Wars series, and the finale featured his last ever scene as the character, as we see the powerful Force-wielder standing on the ruins of a mountain-sized sculpture of the Mortis gods.

Skoll didn't have a big part to play in the events of the concluding episode, but Stevenson would undoubtedly have reprised the role at some point. Considering how important his character would appear to be to the ongoing story, there's been a lot of speculation that Baylan might be recast down the line,...

Rosario Dawson turned down a Star Trek role for Ahsoka Tano. Dawson is a fan of both Star Trek and Star Wars, and she dreams of playing a Q. She revealed her love for Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Rosario Dawson turned down a mystery role in Star Trek to play Ahsoka Tano. Dawson debuted as Ahsoka in The Mandalorian season 2, and she went on to play the Jedi ronin in Star Wars: Ahsoka. However, Dawson is a fan of both Star Trek and Star Wars, and says it's okay to "cross streams," but Rosario had to choose when both franchises offered her a role.

Appearing on stage at Fan Expo Boston, Rosario Dawson revealed that she was offered a role in a Star Trek on Paramount+ series, but she had already signed on for Ahsoka. Dawson also discussed her love of Captain Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart...

Han Solo's history is filled with hilariously nonsensical moments, from absurd bets to outlandish family lore. Chewbacca's life debt to Han was actually flipped in canon, with Chewie saving Han before swearing loyalty. Han Solo's iconic last name "Solo" was given to him by an Imperial officer due to the fact he was traveling "solo."

Though forever beloved by all, several Han Solo storylines and character elements in Star Wars are just hilariously nonsensical. As a third of the core trio of main characters in the original Star Wars trilogy, Han has one of the galaxy's most storied lives. This spans across many years, both in-universe and in real life, stretching from Star Wars Legends (previously known as the Expanded Universe) to Star Wars canon. Such a storied life would no doubt call for some moments and facts that are simply laughable.

This is especially the case for Han Solo,...

Disney’s “Star Wars” shows have delivered plenty of Emmy nominations so far, with the likes of “The Mandalorian,” “Andor,” and “Obi-Wan Kenobi” all garnering bids at their respective Emmy ceremonies.

“Ahsoka” is looking to join these shows by securing Emmy bids of its own and lead star Rosario Dawson looks to be the show’s best chance at a nomination. “Ahsoka” is a continuation of the animated series “Rebels,” and follows Dawson as former Jedi padawan-turned-rebel Ahsoka, who is trying to unravel the mystery behind the disappearance of Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi). The role of Ahsoka was originated by Ashley Eckstein, who voiced her in both “The Clone Wars” and “Rebels.” Dawson then took over the role in live-action form when she appeared in one episode of season two of “The Mandalorian” as well as an episode of “The Book of Boba Fett.”

Now, Dawson takes center stage with...

Even as we rapidly approach five decades since the series began, fans continue to eat up behind-the-scenes stories from Star Wars. At Boston Fan Expo, Collider's Maggie Lovitt hosted a panel with Ahsoka stars Eman Esfandi and Diana Lee Inosanto and dug into some behind-the-scenes stories from the Disney+ series. With Ahsoka, bridging the gap between the animated and live-action Star Wars universes, fans are eager for any tidbits about the show's production. One fan, in particular, had a burning question for Esfandi, leading to a delightful recounting of an on-set experience involving lightsabers.

Dave Filoni's original plan for Ahsoka in Star Wars: The Clone Wars was much darker than her final version. George Lucas helped refine Ahsoka's story to be more uplifting and fun in the show. Ahsoka's vision in the Ahsoka show highlighted the trauma she experienced in the Clone Wars, reflecting Filoni's darker original intent.

Dave Filoni, one of the co-creators of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, recently revealed his original plans for Ahsoka Tano's story in the show. Ahsoka has become one of the most influential characters in Star Wars, but she began by being the most influential in The Clone Wars. Ahsoka was one of the most prominent characters in The Clone Wars, and much of the show's story hinged on her character. Recently, however, Filoni spoke about how different Ahsoka originally was, and his first plan for her could have redefined the entire Clone Wars timeline.

While speaking with WGA West,...

Ahsoka star Rosario Dawson opened up about her characters journey in the next upcoming installment of the hit Disney+ series. Dawson made her Star Wars debut as the live-action version of the titular Jedi over three years ago during the second season of The Mandalorian.

Recently, Dawson reunited with Star Wars vet Hayden Christenson for a half-hour-long interview with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. During the said interview, Dawson expressed her excitement to be able to continue Ahsoka Tanos journey in Ahsoka Season 2, especially when the character is now more at peace with her past. "It just was so great to be able to see her get that lightness back, and it makes me very excited for Season 2," she said. "And being able to explore even more as she's made more peace with her past, where she can kind of look more to the future, and again face those particular challenges."

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Star Wars actors perfectly embody their characters on and off-screen, meeting fan expectations at expos and events. Hayden Christensen is kind and genuine, proving his love for Star Wars fans through personal interactions. Rosario Dawson and Eman Esfandi flawlessly portray Ahsoka and Ezra, showcasing humor and charm that mirrors their characters.

Star Wars has included some incredible actors over its long history, and all six Ive met so far have been exactly who they seem to be. Star Wars movies and TV shows are well-known for a number of things, but the franchise's beloved cast and characters are certainly high on the list. Indeed, Star Wars is a franchise built upon nostalgia, and many of the actors, especially from Star Wars' best movies, are treasured among Star Wars audiences and have been for decades.

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Star Wars actor Hayden Christensen has revealed that he knew about the World Between Worlds before appearing in last year's Ahsoka series.

Speaking at a Disney FYC (For Your Consideration) event for Ahsoka, Christensen was asked about his character, Anakin Skywalker, appearing for Rosario Dawson's Jedi in the World Between Worlds. On this subject, Christensen said that he knew about the World Between Worlds before filming, giving him a greater understanding of the story at hand and the role Anakin would play. This will come as no surprise to some Star Wars fans as Christensen has previously said that he watched the animated series The Clone Wars and Rebels before returning to a galaxy far, far away.

Hayden Christensen was already aware of a World Between Worlds when Dave Filoni called for #Ahsoka and loved seeing what was created in Star Wars animation. Star Wars (@starwars) June 2, 2024

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Jedi Master Indara in The Acolyte uses a unique blend of martial arts and Jedi Force skills known as "Force-Fu." Carrie-Anne Moss's character integrates traditional kung fu with the Force, showcasing a new take on how a Jedi can use their energy and powers. Indara's use of Force-Fu echoes core Jedi principles, showing that a Jedi uses the Force for knowledge and defense, never for attack.

Carrie-Anne Moss is bringing a Force-powered twist to her iconic Matrix moves in The Acolyte. Set nearly 100 years before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, The Acolyte will introduce audiences to a whole new slate of Jedi Masters operating during the peak of the High Republic era. Moss, who is best known as Trinity from the Matrix franchise, has been tapped to play Jedi Master Indara. Series creator Leslye Headland has previously revealed that Indaras character was inspired by Mosss Matrix character,...

Ahsoka brings back some of our most beloved characters from a galaxy far, far away. Besides Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson) herself, creator Dave Filoni made sure to include a lot of deep-cut references and Easter Eggs for fans of the acclaimed animated series Star Wars: Rebels, which he also created. Among the familiar faces, there's one who's put in a rather awkward situation by Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo) during the monument unveiling ceremony on Lothal, after she ditched the whole thing to go listen to some space rock on her speeder bike. We're talking about Governor Ryder Azadi, played by Star Wars veteran Clancy Brown. The scene is meant to be funny and show how little Sabine cares about this official kind of ceremony, and she only does it because she has known Azadi for years and knows he's a good person and can take it. Although his part is brief,...

A few months back, speculation buzzed about the continuation of Mando’s adventures in a feature film. Season 3 concluded with Moff Gideon apparently vanquished and Mando embracing Grogu as his ward and son, Din Grogu. Their apparent tranquility hints at the emergence of a new threat for Season 4.

Jon Favreau, the mastermind behind ‘The Mandalorian’ TV series, asserted that the script for Season 4 was already complete even before Season 3 concluded. However, recent indications suggest that the fourth season might not materialize after all.

Recently, confirmation emerged about an upcoming film centered on Mandalorian & Grogu. Directed by Jon Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, this new project is set to commence filming in 2024.

While details about the movie remain scarce, industry insider Jeff Sneider suggests that Sigourney Weaver is in discussions to join the cast, though her role remains undisclosed at this time.

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The rumors that Mando’s adventures will continue as a movie were relevant several months ago. Season 3 wrapped up with Moff Gideon seemingly defeated for good and Mando officially adopting Grogu, making him his little apprentice and his son, Din Grogu. They seemed to find peace, which means a completely new threat ought to emerge for Season 4 to happen.

Jon Favreau – the creator of ‘The Mandalorian‘ TV series – claimed that the script for ‘The Mandalorian’ Season 4 was finished even before Season 3 officially ended, and now it seems that the fourth season might not even happen after all.

Some time ago it was confirmed that a movie focusing on Mandalorian & Grogu is in development. his new movie, directed by Jon Favreau and produced alongside Kathleen Kennedy and Dave Filoni, is scheduled to begin production in 2024.

Little is known about the movie except for the main cast, but if industry insider Jeff Sneider is to be believed,...

Ahsoka Season 2 Spoilers and Rumors: What's Been Announced So Far? - Main Image

Earlier this year, Lucasfilm announced that Ahsoka season 2 is officially in development in the aftermath of the first season's success. Let's explore the spoilers and rumors that we've heard so far.

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Who is Returning in Ahsoka Season 2?

We can expect Rosario Dawson, Natasha Liu Bordizzo, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Eman Esfandi, Ivanna Sakhno, David Tennant, Evan Whitten, and Lars Mikkelsen to return in Ahsoka season 2 since their respective characters survived the events of the first season finale.

However, it is unknown yet whether the role of Baylan Skoll will be recast in the new season following the untimely passing of Ray Stevenson.

There are rumors that Hayden Christensen is also returning in the second season to reprise the role of Anakin Skywalker,...

Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi believes Kanan Jarrus had a beautiful ending, making his return unnecessary in live-action. Freddie Prinze Jr. refuses to voice Kanan again, agreeing that bringing him back would dilute the impact of his death. Surprisingly, the challenging animated character Zeb from Rebels made an appearance in The Mandalorian but was absent in Ahsoka.

Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi, who plays the live-action Ezra Bridger, has shared his views on why the show was right not to bring back one last Star Wars Rebels character. The characters of Ahsoka included some very familiar faces, albeit translated from animation to live-action. Natasha Liu Bordizzo played Sabine Wren, Mary Elizabeth Winstead had been cast as Hera Syndulla, and Eman Esfandi made the perfect Ezra Bridger. But not every Star Wars Rebels character returned.

Speaking at the Fan Expo Philadelphia Ahsoka panel (hosted by Kevin Polowy for ScreenRant), Eman Esfandi considered the...

Eman Esfandi had difficulty growing a beard to match Ezra Bridger's design in Ahsoka, resorting to humorous prayers for help. Despite beard troubles, Esfandi still perfectly embodied Ezra Bridger's spontaneity and naivet, forming a great duo with Sabine Wren. Lucasfilm recognized Esfandi's unique portrayal, providing humorous promos that highlighted his sense of humor resembling Ezra Bridger.

Eman Esfandi has admitted one change to Ezra Bridger's design in Ahsoka left him "praying to the Force Gods." The Ahsoka Disney+ TV show translated many of the animated characters from Star Wars Rebels into live-action for the first time. One of the most prominent was Ezra Bridger, the Jedi Padawan who had disappeared into intergalactic space and who became the subject of Ahsoka and Sabine's quest. He was played by Eman Esfandi, who's won universal praise for his portrayal of the young Jedi.

Speaking at the Fan Expo Philadelphia Ahsoka panel, hosted by Kevin Polowy for ScreenRant,...

Ezra's strategic strength stems from his unique reliance on the Force, making him a brilliant tactician. His creativity, real-world experience, and connection with the Force make him unpredictable to Thrawn. Ezra's previous victory over Thrawn shows that his strategic prowess can be Thrawn's undoing once again.

Ezra Bridgers greatest yet most underrated strength could be exactly what is needed to defeat Grand Admiral Thrawn once and for all. Before his live-action introduction in Ahsoka, Ezra Bridger was one of Star Wars Rebels greatest heroes. A young Force-sensitive person discovered after the fall of the Jedi Order, Ezra learned how to wield the Force with his Master, Kanan Jarrus, during a turbulent time in the galaxy. Not only did Ezras role as a Rebel operative and Jedi force him to learn how to fight and protect those he cared about, but it also forced him to learn to think on his feet and plan ahead.

Star Wars: Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi discusses what he wanted to get right about portraying Ezra Bridger. He also touches on what he missed going into the role.

Per Collider, Esfandi opened up about his role on Star Wars: Ahsoka during the "All About Ahsoka" panel at the recent Calgary Expo 2024. While Esfandi stated that he had a relatively easy time getting into Ezra's character, he admitted that he had concerns about living up to the level of physicality displayed on Star Wars: Rebels. "I was mostly focused on getting martial arts into my body. I have never had any experience in that," Esfandi stated. "So that was the only thing I ad nauseam practiced. Ezra is a beast. He's really nimble in Rebels, and I needed to catch up to him in that sense."

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Diana Lee Inosanto has again paid tribute to her Ahsoka co-star, Ray Stevenson, stating that working with the actor "was an absolute honor." Stevenson, who passed away last year, played Baylan Skoll on the Disney+ show, with his performance widely praised by critics and fans.

Per Collider, Inosanto, and Eman Esfandi were at 2024's Calgary Expo to discuss the Ahsoka series on the "All About Ahsoka" panel. Inosanto shared personal memories and insights into Stevenson's impact on the series. "Working with Ray was an absolute honor because he's a veteran actor. He had me at the show Rome on HBO if anybody's watched Rome. I miss Ray all the time," she shared. "I'm so saddened that he's not here with us anymore. I'm so thankful that he at least had his moment to be with Star Wars fans in London, Star Wars Celebration, which is where we last saw him.