Netflix reboot “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Not only has the hype for the series been restored, but so has the long list of Hollywood celebrities who were involved in the original animated series.
Of course, many fans don’t know that some of these characters come from “Avatar: The Last Airbender” and its sequel, The Legend of Korra, all voiced by well-known celebrities.Do you believe Star Wars Alum Mark Hamill voices Fire Lord Ozai? Yes, there are many other names that are sure to shock you!
serena williams
Former tennis player Serena Williams was in “Avatar: The Last Airbender” and The Legend of Korra. She plays Fire Nation prison guard Ming and the female saint in the sequel series.
Williams admits to being a huge fan of the show. Avatar Franchise. In fact, she previously shared a message to the new cast members of the Netflix show: “May your fire burn bright, the ground beneath your feet remain steady, the air lift your spirit, and the water flow smoothly through every scene“.
Steven Yeun
famous for his roles The Walking DeadSteven Yeun joins The Legend of Korra As the first Avatar. The character appeared in two episodes of the show’s second season.
Executive Producer Bryan Konietzko said wired“Steve’s voice quality and performance can go from an innocent young man, to a con man anti-hero, all the way to a full-fledged action hero“. Yuan’s portrayal is fans’ first up-close look at the first person to take up the mantle of Avatar.
J.K. Simmons
Oscar-winning actor JK Simmons voices ‘Tenzing’ The Legend of Korra. The character is a high-ranking leader and airbending master, and the studio needed someone who could play this role with authority and conviction.
during an interview comic book movieSimmons revealed that when he auditioned for the role, the element he wanted to control was air: “This way you can basically fly, which is my favorite G-rated fantasy“.
Rami Malek
Bohemian Rhapsody Star Rami Malek is also involved The Legend of Korra As Tano. This will surely come as a surprise to most fans, as Malik wasn’t as popular as he is now. In 2015, he starred in ” mr robot.
Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Plaza stars as Eska The Legend of Korra. Interestingly, both Plaza and the Northern Water Tribe Princess share the same sense of humor and distaste for people.
in video interview wiredPlaza admits she doesn’t remember appearing on show: “One time, a bunch of little kids followed me home and said, ‘We loved you in The Last Airbender.’ You are the ice princess.I don’t have any memory of doing that voiceover, but obviously, I did it for years“. Well, technically she was The Legend of Korra.
Ron Perlman
Hellboy Actor Ron Perlman voices Sozin “Avatar: The Last Airbender”, he is also known as the instigator of the Hundred Years War. He is a ruthless leader of the Fire Nation and a powerful force of evil.
Jason Isaacs
Jason Isaacs, who plays Lucius Malfoy, loves playing villains. He plays Zhao, leader of the Fire Nation, hell-bent on hunting down the Avatar.
Fun fact: During the creation of the character Zhao, the creators “Avatar: The Last Airbender” Drawing inspiration from Isaacs’ filmography, the qualities they borrowed from his film characters became a guide for the casting directors. Eventually, the role was given to Isaacs.