Star Wars Celebration has unveiled the first look at Rory McCann stepping into the role of Baylan Skoll for Season 2 of Ahsoka, following the untimely passing of Ray Stevenson. McCann, best known for his role in Game of Thrones, now takes on the mantle of Baylan, a character that Stevenson had brought to life with such intensity and charm.
During the Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration, fans were treated to an exclusive first-look image of McCann as Baylan, which you can view below.
Ray Stevenson, who captivated audiences in films like Thor, RRR, Punisher: War Zone, and Rome, tragically passed away from a brief illness just three months before Ahsoka premiered. His performance as Baylan was widely regarded as a standout in the series.
Series creator Dave Filoni expressed the profound impact of Stevenson's loss, describing it as one of the biggest challenges faced during the development of Season 2. Filoni praised Stevenson, noting that he was "the most beautiful person on screen and off."
The panel also shed light on what fans can anticipate in the upcoming season. Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as Anakin Skywalker, joined by beloved characters such as Admiral Ackbar, Zeb, Chopper, and others.
In our review of Ahsoka's first season, we highlighted the show's initial struggle to onboard viewers unfamiliar with the lore from Dave Filoni’s animated Star Wars series. However, as the season progressed, Ahsoka successfully blended rich lore, humor, and epic battles, creating a unique yet familiar Star Wars experience.
For more insights, explore where Ahsoka stands among the best Star Wars Disney+ live-action TV shows, and delve into our detailed analysis of Season 1's ending.
