Disney has recast the role of fan-favorite Star Wars character Baylen Skoll in Ahsoka Season 2 following the death of actor Ray Stevenson, with Game of Thrones' The Hound actor Rory McCann taking over.As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Disney is opting to continue Skoll's story in Ahsoka Season 2 and potentially beyond instead of bringing it to a close following the death of Stevenson in 2023.The famed actor, who also appeared in Thor, RRR, and Punisher: War Zone, suffered from a brief illness and died three months before the premiere of Ahsoka Episode 1. His portrayal of Skoll was widely considered a standout performance of the first season.Ray Stevenson (l) and Rory McCann(r). Image credit: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Disney and Doug Peters/Variety via Getty Images.Disney later announced that Season 2 of the show is being developed and, alongside The Mandalorian and its incoming film sequel, its story is expected to continue into a Star Wars film from Lucasfilm chief creative officer Dave Filoni.As Skoll's story was left open at the end of Ahsoka Season 1, Filoni seemingly has big plans for the character that required a recasting. McCann, who most famously played The Hound in Game of Thrones but has also appeared in Knuckles, Hot Fuzz, and more, will therefore take over beginning in Ahsoka Season 2.The first season was relatively well-received, especially perhaps for fans of Star Wars: Rebels. "Ahsoka starts off rocky before soaring into the weirdest corners of Star Wars lore," IGN said in our 8/10 review.Image Credit: Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for Disney and Doug Peters/Variety via Getty ImagesRyan Dinsdale is an IGN freelance reporter. He'll talk about The Witcher all day.