So, you’ve probably heard the exciting news about The Mandalorian & Grogu—Jeremy Allen White is set to appear as a character you might not have expected.
If you’re familiar with The Clone Wars series, you may recognize this character from their younger days. But now, we’re getting a fresh take on them as an adult, and let me tell you, the transformation is fascinating.
Here’s everything we know so far about who Jeremy Allen White is rumored to play and what his character is reported to look like in this thrilling new chapter of The Mandalorian universe.
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A New Vision of the Hutt Legacy
Rotta has a unique opportunity to step out of his father’s shadow and carve his own path. Maybe Rotta sees that as a warning—a lesson on what happens when you let power make you weak.
But long before Jabba’s death, we know Rotta had already faced challenges that could shape his future. During the Clone Wars, he was kidnapped by Separatists as part of a plot to destabilize Jabba’s control over Hutt Space.
Imagine a Hutt who’s not just physically strong but also sharp and hands-on, someone who’s ready to reclaim the Hutt legacy with ambition and energy.
Perhaps Rotta, seeing his father’s laziness as a weakness, decided to train himself—to not just rise as a leader but to embody strength in every sense of the word.
A more muscular, buff Rotta wouldn’t just command respect through fear but also through his presence, showing that the Hutt legacy could evolve beyond Jabba’s bloated, indulgent rule.
If Rotta makes an appearance in The Mandalorian & Grogu, this evolution would make perfect sense.
As a younger, more dynamic Hutt, Rotta could emerge as a powerful player in the criminal underworld, bringing a fresh energy to the Hutt family’s influence. It’s the perfect opportunity to show how he’s grown, not just as Jabba’s heir but as a force in his own right.
Rotta the Huttlet A Character Overview
Rotta the Huttlet, affectionately nicknamed “Stinky” during The Clone Wars, is the son of Jabba the Hutt and heir to his criminal empire.
As a young Huttlet, Rotta was much smaller than his father, standing around 0.5 meters tall, but like all Hutts, he was destined to grow significantly larger and more imposing.
Interestingly, Hyperspace Stories 6 reveals that Rotta was recently born, showing Brewhada crafting a doll with a bow for the young Huttlet. This detail places the story before Hyperspace Stories 1, where the same doll appears, and before the events of The Clone Wars film. However, in Hyperspace Stories 6, Rotta is depicted as larger than in the film, suggesting a possible inconsistency in his portrayal.
Additionally, a blog post on StarWars.com mentions Rotta as being 55 years old during The Clone Wars film, but this is widely considered an error when compared to the timeline established in Hyperspace Stories.
Interesting Facts About Rotta
Rotta’s existence first came to light in an unexpected way—through a leaked LEGO set from The Clone Wars TV series line.
The set included a small figure that depicted a diminutive Hutt, which fans speculated might be a young relative of Jabba.
These theories gained traction until an official Clone Wars action figure card confirmed Rotta as Jabba’s son. What started as a LEGO rumor turned into one of the most talked-about introductions in Star Wars merchandise.