Keeley Hawes, historic voice of Lara Croft, joins the live-action Tomb Raider series produced by Amazon
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The new Tomb Raider live-action series that Amazon is developing continues to generate anticipation. In recent hours, an addition was confirmed that stirred nostalgia among the saga's most loyal fans.
This is about Keeley Hawes, the actress who voiced Lara Croft in the video games starting in 2006. Her role will not be as the lead, but her presence promises a strong connection to the original story.
Amazon Prime Video confirmó el desarrollo de una nueva serie inspirada en Lara Croft
The actress who defined an era in Tomb Raider returns to the Lara Croft universe
According to the British outlet The Sun, Keeley Hawes will be part of the cast of the Tomb Raider series produced by Amazon. The actress was the voice of Lara Croft from Tomb Raider: Legend through Tomb Raider: Reloaded, released in 2021.
Although her role has not yet been officially confirmed, images from the shoot have surfaced. This has triggered all kinds of theories among followers of the franchise.
Which character could Keeley Hawes play?
Among fans, a strong hypothesis is circulating: that Hawes will portray Lady Amelia Croft, Lara's mother. This is a key character in the heroine's emotional backstory, although for now there is no official confirmation.
¿A quién podría interpretar Keeley Hawes?
The production team is maintaining secrecy and is avoiding revealing details about her character. The decision to add the actress, in any case, has been interpreted as a clear tribute to the history of the video game.
Sophie Turner will be the new Lara Croft in the series
The leading role already has an owner: Sophie Turner was chosen to play Lara Croft in this new television adaptation. The actress will take over in a production that will seek to modernize the saga's universe.
Sophie Turner, actriz que encarnará a la heroína, es reconocida por su papel en Game of Thrones
The cast also includes heavyweight names such as Sigourney Weaver, Jason Isaacs, Martin Bobb-Semple, and Bill Patterson, according to Amazon itself in recent announcements.
Hawes's connection with fans and Lara's legacy
Keeley Hawes has said in several interviews that she still runs into Tomb Raider fans. According to her account, many ask her to record messages in Lara Croft's voice, something that she receives fondly.
The actress emphasized that the character marked an entire generation and was a central part of the adolescence of thousands of people. Her return, even if it is in another role, reinforces that emotional bond.
