In just a matter of hours, fans of the 'Star Wars' franchise will witness a new chapter unfold in the epic saga with the premiere of 'The Acolyte'. The new web series delves into the High Republic era, bringing new characters, intense action and some new weapons to the beloved universe. And, to give us an exciting sneak peek into the show's thrilling elements are lead actors Rebecca Henderson and Charlie Barnett.
Rebecca, who plays Vernestra, shared in an exclusive interview with ETimes, her excitement about her role and her character's unique weapon that has fans around the world buzzing with excitement. "When I first read the scripts and saw Vernestra, it was the first time I'd heard about her," Rebecca admitted and added, "I just loved the way she spoke, how contained and powerful she was, how still and sharp she was. I was very attracted to that, and it continued as I played the part."