Eman Esfandi on becoming Ezra Bridger and joining the Star Wars Universe

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Join me, Katee Sackhoff, as I sit down with Eman Esfandi, the actor who remarkably became Ezra Bridger in the Star Wars universe. We chat about the amazing story of how he stumbled upon the role, despite not knowing much about Star Wars: Rebels or Clone Wars initially. Eman shares his intuitive connection with the character, his unique audition process, and how he felt destined to be Ezra. Discover the power of synchronicity and intuition in one actor’s extraordinary journey to joining the Star Wars family.
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[@jerryziegner]

He truly captured the essence of the character of Ezra.

[@jonstoddard8288]

Except the impetuousness of young Ezra.

[@qsa1337]

@@jonstoddard8288 wathc rebels that is long gone by the end

[@Spudtron98]

I swear it's like they went and found Ezra himself just hanging out on the street.

[@jedsithor]

Ezra simultaneously has the weight of the world on his shoulders while being care free and Eman captured that beautifully.

[@djmikio]

Pandora Young posted this sweet story of meeting Eman at FAN EXPO on her Twitter: "I was too shy to show him my fanart of Ezra Bridger. But, having my back, my loyal friend thrust it at him XD He looked to it, then to me, and raising his arms said "You changed my life."

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

For anybody wanting to see the artwork, it's on Pandora's Deviant Art page.

[@girthbrooks-lk9cq]

We need more of him as Ezra

[@MysticTroll]

Dude Eman is just a perfect Ezra, 10/10

[@jon1970]

He’s an amazing Ezra. It’s very apparent that he understood and respected the character. I loved Ahsoka even with the issues it has with the writing I still had a good time with it. I think the Kai Patterson cut is better and I mean that with the utmost respect but if you have some time to watch it please do so.

[@altairmikhael]

Thank you for bringing these characters to life

[@jm77_josemanuel]

Eman is the perfet Ezra, and Ezra is a character we love so much. I cannot imagine anyone else, but Eman. (offtopic: Still remember Kara Thrace, so good one, too!)

[@--mr4yo]

I was actually shocked by how well Eman embodied the character. When Katee came in as Bo-Katan in Season 2 of Mando, it was like the animated character had simply walked into real life. But that made sense. It was the same actor. When Ezra showed up at the end of Ahsoka, I got the exact same feeling; he was Ezra! This was the character from the animated show now strolled into live action... despite being an entirely new casting. Edit: Before Ezra, I've never seen a recast where the actor managed to bring something of their own to the table whilst still making it 100% convincing that it was the same character. There's always something jarring about a recast, but not this one!

[@madelinegarber7860]

Oh this is wonderful! What a great story! I especially love the intuitive experience part. It’s like animated Ezra gave him his blessing. Eman is a perfect Ezra. He has all the maneurisms and energy down. I can’t wait to see more of him.

[@DaleESkywalker]

Eman is so fantastic!

[@dennissorensen167]

I've met both of you in New Orleans. You are both wonderful people and hope our paths cross again!❤

[@beccamaroney3782]

What was Eman like?

[@dexgames4366]

Not gonna lie, when you know who Ezra is, you just can't un-see the connection when you see him. Like, down to the eyebrows it's him😅

[@dennydorko]

He nailed it.

[@Linkfin]

Eman nailed Ezra I’m so excited to see him more

[@the_unrepentant_anarchist.]

I must admit, it was an inspired piece of casting, and not only does Mr Esfandi look like Ezra, he portrayed him brilliantly too! The one highlight in an otherwise non-entity of a show. 🍄

[@anthonyshanklin4449]

Love it, he was my favorite part of the Ahsoka series

[@Benny-ww9un]

He literally looks exactly how I imaged Ezra to be in live action. Even his voice

[@rebel43dom]

just grate cant wait :)

[@daniellepezzat1921]

Why is Eman so cute his smile is all I can look at😭

[@jedijosh707]

He's the PERFECT Ezra.

[@TheMimiSard]

His biggest pitch was his face, and then to back it up with his talent. I saw Katee's post of a snip of this on Insta, and my comment got a like from Eman.

[@blawrence2496]

Great dude.. I hope again has a long life..😊

[@--mr4yo]

I love how he named "Pandora Young Art". I dont know what it is, I guess humility or even just respect, to name someone who, while seemingly miniscule at first, had enough impact to influence the decision that led to his current position. It's not something you see a lot - not the specific name call.

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Many thanks to Katee and Eman! 🌌

[@Kyran-Tyr]

I really want Eman's shirt lol.

[@SerilaBuck]

dude was born to play Ezra

[@JaigEyesStudios]

Don't you mean Jabba The Hutt? 🤔

[@drollie6368]

@@JaigEyesStudios dont you mean Lando Calrissian?

[@mullcrumthesage]

Katee!!!! What's up?

[@jairusjackson7799]

Great casting choice. I love it when they go out of their way to find people who actually look like and embody these characters, rather than just picking from the usual bag of A List celebrities. I like it when these characters can have their own identities! Eman IS live action Ezra to me now

[@Anutushara]

Interesting to think of her auditioning. I’m trying to think of any current female actions stars that isn’t in the MCU.

[@MediaArchive2-z9f]

Captain was nearly Carol Danversvi have heard numerous times and was once an oversexualised Black Cat 2099 in a Spiderman Game.

[@Roguefem76]

I don't think Gina Torres has been in SW yet. I'd be over the moon if she was.

[@PiDsPagePrototypes]

He is the right person for Ezra, as much a Bo Katan "Is" Katee, MEW Is Hera, and Rosario, right down to the little moves and stances, Is Ahsoka.

[@Shtuhtefup]

You didnt ask him if he knows that hes the prettiest man ever

[@blammers]

Perfect casting for these two

[@YodatheHobbit]

I wonder if that "something came up about someone playing Space Aladdin" that Eman is referring to Rahul Kohli. Hey, at least he'll always be adult Kitster.

[@Ochoduckie]

Hey Eman, where did you get that amazing shirt?!

[@TheFroman11]

Ashoka season 2 lets go

[@jokester3076]

I want to see Ezra Bridger played by Eman getting knighted by Luke Skywalker

[@natiegirl]

Can you please bring Pedro Pascal ?❤

[@AKABoondock19]

Wish the writing of Disney star wars was as good as its actors

[@Roguefem76]

This man deserves an award for convincingly playing Ezra without the incessant whining. He actually made me like Ezra when the character annoyed the crap out of me in Rebels.

[@mariusventure8430]

Space Aladdin - Eman Esfandi Space Jesus - Ewan McGregor EMAN / EWAN - Is there a coincidence? I THINK NOT!

[@JaigEyesStudios]

Correction, Peridea Ezra = Space Moses. Space Aladdin Ezra was from season 1-2 of Star Wars Rebels. 😉

[@Iwillone]

It was his destiny.

[@brettshaff8772]

In the memes and jokes, Ewan McGregor Obiwan has been Jesus. Or rather, White Jesus. Eman Esfandi Ezra is now Historically Accurate Jesus.

[@scott4092]

Oh god that whole cast, every one of you, is perfectly cast. I can't wait for season 2 and more.

[@pbh9195]

This actor singlehandedly did a 180 for me on this character Wasn't a fan of Ezra in Rebels

[@justcast1429]

Too bad the writing was wack for Ashoka, wtf was his scene of meeting Hera cut off in the finale the viewers want to see the reunion don’t you think

[@rockrollangel1972]

its not space alladen its space moses

[@Zack-dw5op]

Wait am I misunderstanding or has he not watched rebels? Because he really NEEDS to watch rebels to understand Ezra

[@Sebastianfnc]

In my opinion, Rebels was minor fun but endurable but it’s really lacking in comparison to George Lucas Clone wars series, in my opinion there’s no room for a crossover to real life series it’s just to pathetic as almost every thing is ( safe for the Mandalorean ) that comes out of the three at the helm of what is the sinking ship called “ Star Wars Disney “ and I’d say let’s scuttle the ship even further and hope for more lore accurate movie and series there’s more then enough material so that Disney can and must fire the three responsible for the disaster that Star Wars is and that includes second rade actors and writers