Hobbit director Peter Jackson today confirmed the rumours that Orlando Bloom will be making a return to his role as Legolas in the upcoming films. Jackson wrote this on his Facebook page:

Ten years ago, Orlando Bloom created an iconic character with his portrayal of Legolas. I’m excited to announce today that we’ll be revisiting Middle Earth with him once more. I’m thrilled to be working with Orlando again. Funny thing is, I look older—and he doesn’t! I guess that’s why he makes such a wonderful elf.