The Untold Connection Between Hera Syndulla and Obi-Wan Kenobi Revealed in Ahsoka

Summary

Mary Elizabeth Winstead, known for her roles in films like "Scott Pilgrim vs. the World" and "Birds of Prey," will portray Hera Syndulla in Ahsoka.

Winstead's marriage to Ewan McGregor, renowned for his portrayal of Obi-Wan Kenobi in the Star Wars franchise, adds significance to her involvement in the Star Wars galaxy. Additionally, her extensive acting experience and connection to the franchise make her an ideal candidate to excellently portray Hera Syndulla in Ahsoka.

Who is the actress bringing the character of Hera Syndulla to life in the Star Wars live-action series, Ahsoka, and what connection does she have to Obi-Wan Kenobi? Ahsoka was announced as part of Lucasfilm's New Republic era in the Star Wars timeline, indicating that it would continue the story from Star Wars Rebels. Dave Filoni, the creator of both shows, confirmed that Ahsoka will essentially serve as season 5 of Star Wars Rebels, continuing the narrative from its finale. This confirmation also revealed that Ahsoka will introduce several characters from Rebels onto the live-action screen for the first time, including Sabine Wren and Grand Admiral Thrawn. One of these characters is Hera Syndulla, a heroic member of the Rebel Alliance. This leads to the question of who will play Hera Syndulla in Ahsoka and what connection she has to the iconic character Obi-Wan Kenobi.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead Plays Hera Syndulla In Ahsoka

Mary Elizabeth Winstead, a well-known Hollywood actress, has been chosen to play the role of Hera Syndulla in Ahsoka. Winstead has established herself through various notable performances, including her early roles in movies like Sky High and Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof, where she acted alongside her Ahsoka co-star Rosario Dawson.

In addition to these, Winstead has also gained recognition for her roles as Ramona Flowers in Edgar Wright's Scott Pilgrim vs. the World and Huntress in Birds of Prey, part of the DC Extended Universe. She has also built a reputation as a modern "Scream Queen" due to her appearances in movies such as 2011's The Thing, 2012's Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, and the critically-acclaimed 10 Cloverfield Lane. While Ahsoka marks Winstead's first foray into the Star Wars universe, she already has a significant connection to the franchise through her involvement with Obi-Wan Kenobi himself.

Mary Elizabeth Winstead Is Married To Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor's family members have made appearances in the Star Wars franchise, adding a humorous element. Denis Lawson, who played Rebel Alliance pilot Wedge Antilles, is McGregor's uncle. McGregor's second daughter, Esther-Rose McGregor, also had a brief cameo as a spice seller in Obi-Wan Kenobi. Now, with the upcoming release of Ahsoka, McGregor's wife, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, will also join the franchise as she portrays Hera. Winstead recently shared in an interview that McGregor was thrilled for her and emphasized the unique experience of being part of the Star Wars community. Despite their characters not interacting much, Winstead's connection to the franchise and her impressive acting background make her the perfect fit for bringing Hera Syndulla to life in Ahsoka.