Date 06/07/2018 - News People
According to Uproxx, actress Keri Russell has been added to the cast of 'Star Wars Episode 9'. The casting reunites 'The Americans' star with J.J. Abrams who directed her in 'Mission: Impossible III'. In addition, Russell also previously starred in Abrams' TV drama 'Felicity'. Variety reports that Russell, who is the first new cast member of 'Star Wars: Episode IX', got the role due to her stunt work and action experience as part of 'The Americans'.