Key Takeaways:
– Rosario Dawson almost played a villain in Star Trek: Picard, before landing the role of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars.
– Dawson, a self-confessed ‘Trekkie,' revealed this information during a Star Wars panel.
– Despite sporting Star Wars colors, Dawson did not hesitate to express her fandom for Star Trek.
– The actress also hinted at her interest in playing a part in the MCU X-Men franchise.
The Uncharted Path to Star Wars
Actress Rosario Dawson, well-known for her recent role as Ahsoka Tano in the acclaimed Star Wars spin-off series, The Mandalorian, was once on the verge of becoming a part of its intergalactic rival- Star Trek. During a Star Wars panel at the recent Fan Expo in Boston, Dawson spilled the beans about how she almost donned the villainous character in Star Trek: Picard. Contrary to what might have been presumed, Dawson had not only embraced her part in Star Wars but also managed to hold onto her love for Star Trek despite the rivalry between the two franchises.
The Would-Be Villain in Star Trek
“I could have been one of Odo's species, the changeling…” she reflected, revealing the role she might have played in Star Trek. Odo, an antagonistic character from Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, is a changeling. Dawson would have joined the lineup as a similar shape-shifter. Expressing her disappointment over missing the opportunity, the actress confessed that the role “would have been really cool.”
Star Wars vs Star Trek: A Lifelong Fan's Dilemma
Despite the mutual fandom rivalry, Rosario Dawson proudly declared herself a ‘Trekkie.' For her, sporting the Star Wars colors on screen did nothing to diminish her real-life affinity for Star Trek. During the panel, she humorously shared her routine of making Star Trek analogies while on the sets of Ahsoka. Adding to the humor, she admitted a preference for Captain Picard and mentioned that she even had a video of herself, dressed as Ahsoka, with a Picard Earl Grey tea bottle.
Dawson's Future Endeavors: Marvel's X-Men?
Apart from her Star Trek fandom, Rosario Dawson also expressed interest in being part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Specifically, she mentioned she wouldn't mind joining the X-Men franchise if an opportunity comes up. Hinting gracefully at her readiness, she added that “Marvel/Disney knows how to find her if they're interested.”
Like a plot twist in one of her TV series, Rosario Dawson's revelation about her almost-casting in Star Trek was surprising. Even though the actress had to give up the Star Trek role due to her Star Wars commitment, her love for both franchises is evident. Equally surprising is her openness to play in a Marvel movie, which may indeed hint at another intergalactic journey, only this time with Marvel's mutants.
The first season of Ahsoka, featuring Rosario Dawson, is available on Disney Plus, with the second season already in development. If her stellar performance in season one is anything to go by, viewers are guaranteed a thrilling ride in the upcoming season. With her power-packed presence, Dawson is proving herself to be a force to reckon with in the realm of sci-fi cinema and TV. Whether as a Jedi, a changeling, or maybe a mutant, the actress seems ready to chart new territories. Until then, her fans can look forward to seeing more of her in the Star Wars universe.
