'Once Upon a Time' Season 7 News: 'Riverdale' Actress and 'The Originals' Alum Join ABC Fantasy Drama
"Once Upon a Time" has booked two more stars for its seventh season.
"Riverdale" actress Tiera Skovbye and "The Originals" alum Nathan Parsons are officially on board the ABC series. Skovbye, who appears on The CW's mystery drama as Betty Coooper's sister Polly, has been tapped to recur as Robin — Robin Hood (Sean Maguire) and Zelena's (Rebecca Mader) daughter.
Being raised by parents with mystical powers, Robin has spent her whole life trying to stay away from her parents' shadow. A strong-willed girl, she has always wanted to have her own identity and be known for her own abilities.
Skovbye's character will be introduced in the mid-season finale of season 7 next month. Robin's first episode will feature the character as she breaks out into the world and embarks on her own journey. In addition to Skovbye, former series regular Mader is also appearing in multiple episodes for this season.
Joining newcomer Skovbye is Parsons, who will serve as a recurring character as well. The actor will portray Nick, an attractive and confident slacker-turned-lawyer. Despite his past, Nick turned out to be the best version of himself. He has a charming personality that makes it much easier for him to connect to others.
Rumors claim he will be playing a potential love interest for one of the original cast members. Parsons, who has appeared on "General Hospital" and "True Blood," will make his first appearance in episode 8 of season 7. It is scheduled to air on Nov. 17.
The show's latest episode gave Belle (Emilie de Ravin) a fitting yet very emotional goodbye. "Beauty" played out Belle's life, from the first birthday of her son until her eventual death. She was joined by her love Rumple (Robert Carlyle) as they lived out their days in fairy tale cabin.
"Once Upon a Time" season 7 airs every Friday night at 8 p.m. EDT on ABC.
