Actor Joseph Sikora Shares his Dream Cast for Origins Series, Taking Cues from Young Sheldon
Power alum Joseph Sikora has shared his dream cast for the upcoming prequel to the Origins series, which was announced earlier this year. Sikora discussed his casting choices at the premiere of season 4 of Power II: Ghosts in New York City, mentioning Ian Armitage, known for his role as Sheldon in Young Sheldon.
Starz released a press release in March, revealing details about the upcoming episodes of Origins. The series will explore the origin story of beloved characters Ghost and Tommy in the upcoming season.
Joseph Sikora’s Views on Origins Series Casting
In an interview with People Magazine, Sikora expressed his desire for the Origins team to find a talented actor like Ian Armitage for the upcoming series. He praised Armitage’s performance in Young Sheldon and expressed confidence in the casting process, citing the success of previous shows.
Sikora, who plays the younger version of Tommy in the show, drew parallels between his character and Armitage’s role as young Sheldon. He mentioned feeling sentimental about saying goodbye to his character in the series.
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Joseph Sikora’s Thoughts on Tommy in the Origins Series
In an interview with an entertainment portal, Sikora discussed his emotional connection to the character of Tommy and the uncertainty of his character’s fate in future seasons. He reflected on the longevity of real-life figures like Meyer Lansky and Lucky Luciano and how that parallels Tommy’s story.
Sikora speculated on the possibility of Tommy’s return in future seasons, highlighting the unpredictability of his character’s journey. The release date for the Origins prequel will be announced soon.
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