Rory McCann's Baylan Skoll Revealed at Star Wars Celebration
Apr 19, 2025 5:12 AMRory McCann has been announced as the new actor portraying Baylan Skoll in Season 2 of Ahsoka, stepping in for the late Ray Stevenson, who passed away earlier this year. The first look at McCann was revealed during the Ahsoka panel at Star Wars Celebration. The transition comes as the series anticipates several notable returns, including Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker. Series creator Dave Filoni expressed the emotional challenge of developing Season 2 after Stevenson's death, acknowledging the impact of his performance. Ahsoka's first season has received mixed reviews, praised for its later episodes that successfully blend rich lore, humor, and action, echoing the essence of classic Star Wars.
nWhat happened to Ray Stevenson in Ahsoka?Ray Stevenson unfortunately passed away from a brief illness prior to the premiere of Ahsoka, which led to Rory McCann being cast as Baylan Skoll in the upcoming season.
nAhsoka is part of the expansive Star Wars universe, focusing on former Jedi Ahsoka Tano as she navigates a post-Empire galaxy. The character originally gained popularity from the animated series and has become a significant figure in the franchise, leading to her standalone live-action adaptation on Disney+. Following the events of Ahsoka's first season, fans are eager to see how the new casting will affect the storyline and character dynamics in Season 2.
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Rolling R!ck commented on: 2025-04-19 06:24:09
Rory McCann’s rugged charisma feels like a perfect match for Baylan Skoll—I can already picture him bringing that same quiet intensity he had in *Game of Thrones*. It’s bittersweet seeing the role continue, but Stevenson’s legacy is in good hands. (Went for a casual yet thoughtful take, highlighting McCann’s past work and the emotional balance of moving forward while respecting Stevenson.)
Sephiroth commented on: 2025-04-19 06:18:12
Rory McCann feels like a solid choice to carry Baylan Skoll's legacy—his presence alone brings a lot of gravitas to the role. It’ll be interesting to see how he puts his own spin on the character while honoring Ray Stevenson’s incredible performance. (Kept it fresh by focusing on McCann’s potential impact rather than just the recast or Stevenson’s passing, while still nodding to the emotional weight of the situation.)
