The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power actress Nazanin Boniadi has announced she will not be returning to the Prime Video series for Season 2 as Bronwyn.
Boniadi took to Instagram to share the news, saying it was her decision not to return. She did not, however, go into detail as to why.
"I made the choice not to return for season two of ‘Rings of Power.’ This was unrelated to my subsequent decision to prioritize my advocacy," Boniadi said. "Throughout my career, the values I have held most dear are honesty, empathy and integrity. My character Bronwyn was committed to these same ideals in striving for a fairer world, which is why I connected so deeply with her. I look forward to sharing my latest projects with you soon."
Earlier in May 2024, Boniadi said she paused her acting career in September 2022 to "focus solely on the #WomanLifeFreedom uprising in Iran and to advocate for the people in my homeland who have been risking everything for freedom." She continued to say that a film called 'A Mosquito in the Ear' was the "very special project" that convinced her to "split my time between my day job and my calling as an activist."
Deadline has reported that the role of Bronwyn has not been recast, so it remains unclear how it will impact the character's most important relationships on the show, including her son Theo and lover Arondir.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power will be returning for its second season on Prime Video on August 29, 2024. Until then, be sure to check out the first look at Tom Bombadil in the show and the news that the Rings of Power cast will be stopping by IGN Live next week!
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