Ruby Rose announces shock departure as Batwoman after just one season, part to be recast

Ruby Rose is leaving The CW network's Batwoman series after just one season. The shock announcement comes just days after the show wrapped its first season.

Ruby Rose is leaving The CW network's Batwoman series after just one season. The shock announcement comes just days after the show wrapped its first season. It was renewed for season two in January this year.

Ruby Rose played Batwoman for one season.

In a statement, obtained by Collider, the 34-year-old actor said the decision to exit the series was a "difficult" one. "This was not a decision I made lightly as I have the utmost respect for the cast, crew and everyone involved with the show in both Vancouver and in Los Angeles," Rose said.

The CW, Warner Bros. TV and Berlanti Productions thanked the Australian actor for "her contributions to the success of our first season and wish her all the best".

"The studio and network are firmly committed to Batwoman’s second season and long-term future, and we -- along with the show’s talented creative team -- look forward to sharing its new direction, including the casting of a new lead actress and member of the LGBTQ community, in the coming months," they added.

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