Andor Star Teases Mon Mothma Story Details In New Star Wars Show
Andor star Genevieve O’Reilly provides more details about Mon Mothma in the upcoming Star Wars show. O’Reilly first played the Rebel Alliance leader in 2016’s blockbuster Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. But of course the character actually made her debut way back in 1983’s Return of the Jedi, with Caroline Blakiston originating the role.
Mon Mothma indeed stands as a pivotal figure in Star Wars lore despite her limited live-action screen time, and the character remains somewhat mysterious. Some of that mystery however stands to be dispelled in the upcoming Star Wars universe show Andor, which brings back O’Reilly as the authoritative Rebel Alliance leader. Indeed Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy previously teased that Mon Mothma’s backstory will be a big part of the show, as it delves into the character's origins along with those of Diego Luna’s Cassian Andor.
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Now fans have received another little tease about Mon Mothma revelations to come thanks to the actress who plays the enigmatic character. Speaking toScreen Rant at the Star Wars Celebration red carpet, O’Reilly gave some more hints about what’s in store when Andor finally hits screens later in 2022. She said:
Well, I think that's what this season is about for me, to learn about the woman. I am so curious about her. She's always been this pillar of strength and diplomacy, but what does that mean for the woman behind that? We know that she becomes a leader within the rebellion. But when we start this season, she's a senator within the Galactic Empire still. She's a woman fighting for change for her planet within the Galactic Senate. We know she's got a fight on her hands because it's Palpatine, so
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