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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Game of Thrones star Rory McCann speaks out on joining Star Wars as Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka: "I think it's the right decision to carry on his storyline"
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Game of Thrones star Rory McCann has spoken out for the first time on taking over as Baylan Skoll in Ahsoka season 2. McCann is stepping in for Ray Stevenson as the former Jedi, after Stevenson sadly died in 2023. The casting was confirmed at Star Wars Celebration 2025. "I think it's the right decision to carry on his storyline, not just cut it off," McCann told "We've done it before with other things. I hope the fans embrace it and I'll do my best. I'm just starting now, so I'm just trying to be in the right zone for doing it. It's pretty bloody exciting. I mean, I remember being a kid with my dad, going to the first one probably in the late '70s and '80s. Now I'm training with a lightsaber at night, so it's pretty exciting." "It was a challenge for me to even consider continuing for a while," Ahsoka creator Dave Filoni said at this year's Celebration of Stevenson's passing. "But I have a great support group with Jon [Favreau] and Rosario [Dawson]. And I found a way, and I had Ray in my head. And [I'm] grateful for all those conversations with him about Baylan, so I understood what to do. It just took a while to get there. But I'm very confident now that Ray would be happy with the direction of the character that we've chosen." Also at Celebration, it was confirmed that Hayden Christensen will return as Anakin Skywalker in season 2, while another major Star Wars character, Admiral Ackbar, will face off against Grand Admiral Thrawn. A first look of sorts was also played for the crowd, featuring concept art spliced together with a voice over that teased giant evil droids and battles in two galaxies. Ahsoka season 2 doesn't yet have a release date. While you wait, check out our guide to all the upcoming Star Wars movies and shows for everything else the galaxy far, far away has in store.
Geek Tyrant
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Rosario Dawson Honors George Lucas from the Set of AHSOKA Season 2: 'I Couldn't Be More Grateful' — GeekTyrant
While deep in production on Ahsoka Season 2, Rosario Dawson took a moment to send birthday wishes, and sincere thanks, to the man who started it all: George Lucas. The Star Wars creator turned 81 this week, and Dawson marked the occasion with a heartfelt message from the galaxy far, far away. 'HBD George Lucas. Thank you for creating our STAR WARS family that I couldn't be more grateful to be a part of…' she wrote on Instagram, sharing a behind-the-scenes photo from set. The image, a shadowy silhouette of three familiar figures, is likely Dawson herself (Ahsoka), Dave Filoni (cowboy hat gives him away), and Natasha Liu Bordizzo (Sabine Wren). It's a small but meaningful tribute that reflects how Star Wars continues to evolve under the stewardship of Filoni and the new generation of actors, while still honoring the legacy Lucas built. Season 2 of Ahsoka only recently kicked off filming, so we've got a long way to go before we see anything from the next season of the series, but I'm looking forward to seeing how this story continues. Fans got their first real tease of what's to come during Star Wars Celebration 2025, where Filoni unveiled concept art and confirmed the return of several key characters: Sabine, Ezra, Hera, and Hayden Christensen's Anakin Skywalker. While story details are still under wraps, Season 2 is expected to pick up where things left off, particularly with the mysterious Baylan Skoll, last seen standing atop a Mortis statue, hinting at deeper Force mythology pulled from The Clone Wars . There's no release date yet, but as production continues, we're keeping our eyes peeled for more sneak peeks and any other news that breaks.
Tatler Asia
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025: All that's coming up in the Star Wars universe that you need to know
From new films like 'Starfighter' to 'Ahsoka' season 2, here are the biggest announcements from Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Japan Star Wars Celebration 2025 brought fans from across the galaxy to the Makuhari Messe Convention Centre in Chiba City, Japan, for a record-breaking event that celebrated the enduring legacy and future of the Star Wars universe. Held from April 18 to 20, the convention drew more than 100,000 attendees, making it the most successful Celebration in the event's 26-year history. This year's edition was particularly significant, marking only the second time Star Wars Celebration had been staged in Asia following its 2008 debut in Japan. In case you missed it: How 'Black Mirror' season 7 questions your reality, then breaks your heart Across three days, Lucasfilm unveiled a packed slate of new films, series, and special projects, giving fans an exclusive look at the next chapter of storytelling in the galaxy far, far away. Here's a look at what lies ahead in the Star Wars universe:
Newsweek
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Rosario Dawson Shares First Look Image of 'Ahsoka' Season 2
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Rosario Dawson is keeping fans in mystery, but thankfully not too much mystery. The actress let "Star Wars" nerds everywhere know that filming on "Ahsoka" Season 2 has commenced by posting a picture of a very distinct shadow outline to Instagram, which you can see below. Read More: Star Wars Acting Legend Reveals New Info About Canceled Series Accompanying what could only be the shadow of Ahsoka Tano, Dawson added the caption, "& we're galaxies far, far away....!" Rosario Dawson as the titular hero of "Ahsoka". Rosario Dawson as the titular hero of "Ahsoka". Lucasfilm/Disney Rosario Dawson first wielded the white lightsabers of Ahsoka Tano in Season 2 of "The Mandalorian" and later in "The Book of Boba Fett". Her own series launched in August 2023, and story-wise wise it acted largely as a continuation of the animated series "Star Wars Rebels", with both good and evil characters returning from the earlier show. "Ahsoka" also saw the return of Hayden Christensen to the role of Anakin Skywalker. Anakin's force ghost teaches his old padawan a lesson in the World Between Worlds. Season One ended with Ahsoka and Sabine Wren finding the lost Ezra Bridger on the other side of the galaxy, only for Ezra and Admiral Thrawn to return to more familiar space while Ahsoka and Sabine remain lost with no hope of returning home. "Ahsoka" Season 2 doesn't have a release date yet, but it is expected to premiere sometime in 2026. Also expected to release in 2026 is the film "The Mandalorian & Grogu," which will see the return of Din Djarin and his adoptive son since "The Mandalorian" Season 3. A sizzle reel highlighted some great moments from the film at Star Wars Celebration 2025, including Din Djarin taking out snowtroopers in the belly of an AT-AT. "The Mandalorian & Grogu hits theaters May 22, 2026. And "The Mandalorian & Grogu" wasn't the only big upcoming "Star Wars" project that enjoyed a preview at Star Wars Celebration 2025. Shawn Levy's Ryan Gosling-starring film name was revealed: "Star Wars: Starfighter". But just as Ahsoka Tano started out in an animated world, another animated project was announced at Star Wars Celebration 2025. "Maul: Shadow Lord," an animated miniseries, was announced. The series will see Sam Witwer return once again to voice Darth Maul. And for folks who don't feel like waiting for their "Star Wars" fix, the premiere of the second and final season of "Andor" is streaming on Disney+. More TV: New 'Alien: Earth' Teaser Confirms New Alien Species Jenna Ortega Returns to Most Beloved Role in 'Wednesday' Season 2 Trailer
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Save the Dates: Star Wars: Visions Season 3, WWE: Unreal Docuseries and More
The Star Wars universe continues to grow. Star Wars: Visions Season 3 will debut Wednesday, Oct. 29 on Disney+, Lucasfilm announced at the Star Wars Celebration 2025 in Tokyo, per The Hollywood Reporter. More from TVLine What to Watch This Week: 35+ Premieres, Finales and More Hayden Christensen to Return in Ahsoka Season 2 Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Eyes Spring 2026 Premiere - Which Would Avoid Spider-Man 4 Continuity Issues Additionally, there will be a new spinoff series, The Ninth Jedi, expanding upon an earlier Visions short. The offshoot is set to premiere sometime in 2026. In other recent scheduling news… * Jersey Shore Family Vacation will return for a new season Thursday, May 29 at 8/7c on MTV. * WWE: Unreal, a docuseries taking viewers inside the WWE writers' room for the first time ever, will premiere this summer on Netflix. Watch a teaser trailer: * The five-part docuseries Tucci in Italy will premiere Sunday, May 18 at 8 pm on National Geographic, with all episodes streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Watch a trailer: * Blood of Zeus' third and final season will premiere Thursday, May 8 on Netflix. Get a first look: BLOOD OF ZEUS ⚡️ SEASON 3The final season premieres May 8. — Netflix (@netflix) April 16, 2025 Best of TVLine Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Severance, Holey Moley, Poker Face, YOU, Primo, Transplant and 25+ Others
