Casting news about Heroes have become the trend this summer. The latest is about David Anders and Stephen Tobolowsky.

Weeks before Anders makes his first appearance as legendary samurai Takezo Kensei (the season premiere is supposed to explain how come a blond Caucasian man can play a samurai), Michael Ausiello from TV Guide reports that the actor has been promoted to series regular. The role was first announced to be a recurring one with a possibility to become a regular gig. The actor must have made quite an impression for producers to decide to promote him before seeing how fans will respond to both Anders and the character. Alias fans, and I'm one of them, will rejoice at the news of seeing Anders back on the screen in a regular capacity.

Ausiello also reports that Deadwood's Stephen Tobolowsky will guest star in six episodes. The gossip columnist has no information about his Tobolowsky's role right now.

For more spoilers on Heroes and the roles the two actors will play, keep an eye on our Heroes spoilers page and our Spoilers Anonymous feature.