Ahsoka may have found a new Baylan Skoll

when Actor Ray Stevenson died in 2023was before the full scope of his new star wars a personality been explored. Now, with the second season of Ahsoka Ready for launch, creator Dave Filoni and Lucasfilm may have found the man to replace the villainous Baylan Skoll.

Rory McCann, known to fans as Hound on game of thronesHe is said to be taking over the role of Bailan School Star Wars: Ahsoka When it returns to Disney+, perhaps in 2026. Insider The news was first reported and io9 has reached out to Lucasfilm for confirmation. He has yet to respond as of publication date and we will update this post if or when we hear back.

When the audience last saw Skull, He was stranded on the planet Peridia (along with Ahsoka, Sabine, and his former student Shin Hati) are on a mission to explore some of the deep mysteries of the Force. It was clear that Filoni had a lot in store for the evil former Jedi. However, when Stevenson died, audiences debated whether or not the show should continue that story. Stevenson’s family appears to have approved of the film’s casting, according to the initial report.

As for McCann, although he is known for his girlfriend Arya, he is the hero character in the series. game of thronesYou may also know him as General V The second wrestler And play Lurch in Hot fuzz (The man “Lord”). He has an imposing physical presence and has a very strong personality. Great choice.

There is no official word on when Ahsoka It would come back, but Filoni was diligent in writing it. For now, it could be the next Star Wars show to hit Disney+ next Andor.

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