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Jeremy Allen White Unveils Rotta Role in Mandalorian

11/26/2025

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Jeremy Allen White had no prior knowledge of Rotta the Hutt before voicing him in the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu.
He learned of his involvement after meeting Jon Favreau at a party, which led to his role.
White recorded his voice over a couple of sessions.
Jon Favreau tweaked his performance.
The film will release on May 22, 2026, and Rotta will appear as a full-grown Hutt.

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Story summary

Jeremy Allen White had no prior knowledge of Rotta the Hutt before voicing him in the upcoming film The Mandalorian and Grogu.
He learned of his involvement after meeting Jon Favreau at a party, which led to his role.
White recorded his voice over a couple of sessions.
Jon Favreau tweaked his performance.
The film will release on May 22, 2026, and Rotta will appear as a full-grown Hutt.