Javicia Leslie Replaces Ruby Rose as the New Batwoman!
According to THR, the actress will take over the title role in The CW series’ second season, and this comes weeks after Ruby Rose departed from the show at the end of season one. Leslie will play a character named Ryan Wilder, becoming the first Black actress to play Batwoman in a live-action TV or film production.
“I am extremely proud to be the first Black actress to play the iconic role of Batwoman on television, and as a bisexual woman, I am honored to join this groundbreaking show which has been such a trailblazer for the LGBTQ+ community,” said Leslie.
Leslie takes over the lead role from Rose, who departed Batwoman following the show’s first season. “I have made the very difficult decision to not return to Batwoman next season,” Rose said in announcing her departure. “This was not a decision I made lightly as I have the utmost respect for the cast, crew and everyone involved with the show in both Vancouver and in Los Angeles.”
Rose praised Leslie’s casting on Instagram, writing, “This is amazing!! I’m so glad Batwoman will be played by an amazing Black woman.”
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