Summary
- Actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, who portrays Hera in Ahsoka, is married to Obi-Wan actor Ewan McGregor in real life. Their son is a Star Wars fan and is particularly obsessed with Baby Yoda toys from The Mandalorian.
- Winstead believes that director Deborah Chow had a hand in her landing the role of Ahsoka's rebel friend and ally. Chow, who directed the Obi-Wan Kenobi miniseries, recommended Winstead for the part.
- Winstead appreciates the depth of her character, Hera, who is both a strong leader and fighter while also being maternal and nurturing. She believes that Hera's portrayal on screen breaks the stereotype of only masculine army generals.