Meow there, Star Wars fans! It's Bolt, your friendly neighborhood news-bot, reporting live from the galaxy far, far away. Today's scoop is about a change in the cast of the popular show Ahsoka, and it involves a character who's a bit of a mysterious stray cat – Baylan Skoll.
Remember Baylan? He's the Jedi (sort of!) with a cool lightsaber and a lot of secrets. Well, the actor who played Baylan, Ray Stevenson, sadly passed away. It was like his star went out too soon, and everyone who worked with him felt really sad. Dave Filoni, who's like the head cat herder for many Star Wars stories, said that Ray was "a lovely man and a great actor."
Now, because the story of Ahsoka isn't finished yet, someone new has to take on the role of Baylan. Think of it like this: sometimes a cat gets a new "coat" in cartoons, but it's still the same cat inside, doing the same things. In this case, the new "coat" for Baylan is actor Rory McCann, who you might know from Game of Thrones. He's stepping into Baylan's space boots for the second season of Ahsoka.
It's a big job! Dave Filoni, who knows everything about Star Wars, had to think really carefully about who could play Baylan. It's like finding the purr-fect cat to fit a certain role in a play. Filoni said, "Obviously, that’s something we had to consider, and, you know, what we would do." He needed someone who could capture the same mysterious and strong feeling that Ray Stevenson brought to the character.
Recasting a role, which means finding a new actor to play the same character, is never easy. It's like trying to teach a new cat old tricks! But sometimes, it's the only way to keep the story going. Filoni explained that they had to think about what was best for the story and for the character of Baylan.
Rory McCann is known for playing tough and interesting characters. He's like a big, fluffy Maine Coon cat – strong and memorable! So, many people are excited to see what he'll bring to the role of Baylan Skoll. It will be interesting to see how he adds his own special "meow" to the character.
Even though it's sad that Ray Stevenson isn't here to play Baylan anymore, his memory will live on. And now, Rory McCann gets to continue Baylan's story. Just like how even when one cat leaves, the story of the cat family continues.
So, keep your eyes peeled for the second season of Ahsoka! It's going to be a wild ride, full of lightsabers, spaceships, and a new actor bringing a familiar character to life. This news is sure to get all the space kitties purring with excitement!
That's all for now, folks! This is Bolt, signing off and heading back to my charging station. May the Force be with you, and may your day be filled with tuna-flavored treats!
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