HBO’s Euphoria is finally set to commence its much-awaited third season, and the audience awaits with bated breath to see which recognizable faces will be coming back and whom the show will add to the cast. As the new season’s production progresses, a few major developments have surfaced, such as returning stars, astonishing departures, and an intriguing slate of new recruits.
Dominic Fike’s Confirmed Return in Euphoria Season 3
One of the largest questions in the minds of anyone watching news about Euphoria Season 3 has been the fate of Elliot, who is an important character played by Dominic Fike. Originally missing from an official cast release by HBO, Fike’s return is now assured. The singer-actor, who made his debut in Season 2, will return to play the character, although his role is expected to be smaller. Sources say Fike will shoot a few scenes sometime in the next few weeks.
Elliot was the source of much drama in Season 2, acting as both a friend and a barrier to Rue’s sobriety. He also displayed his musical talents by performing an original song for Rue in the finale. So with the return of Fike, it is anticipated if and how Elliot will affect Rue’s life in the coming season.
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Euphoria Season 3 Returning Main Cast Members
While some huge detours will leave some cast members out. Emmy winning lead Zendaya returns, as Rue who will play the lovable but troubled heroine. She will be joined by Cassie, played by Sydney Sweeney; Hunter Schafer as Jules; Jacob Elordi as Nate; Eric Dane as Cal; Alexa Demie as Maddy; and Maude Apatow as Lexi.
Conversely, Martha Kelly and Chloe Cherry have received promotion to regular cast members, signifying that their characters (Laurie and Faye) will have more in-depth storylines. Colman Domingo also returns.
Notable Cast Departures
While most of the familiar faces are coming back, quite a few major cast members are not mentioned among the HBO official season 3 announcements. Nika King who played Rue’s mother, Austin Abrams, who played Ethan is all set to miss the season 3. Also, Algee Smith who played Chris McKay, is not on this official list.
Fans will also say goodbye to Barbie Ferreira and Storm Reid. Ferreira had hinted that she isn’t coming back to the show, and it has now been confirmed. Reid, who played Rue’s younger sister Gia, also seems to be out, but her leaving the show is yet to be officially confirmed.
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Exciting New Additions to the Cast
Armed with several newcomers, Season 3 at this time throws its doors wide open for the entrance of new characters into the world of Euphoria. Rosalía, a Grammy-winning singer, surprises the audience by appearing in the acting arena for the first time in her life. Even though they are not revealing much about her character, one can be certain that her vibrant artistry will bring breath-taking energy.
From the turf to the set, former NFL star and Super Bowl champion Marshawn Lynch is also joining. His transition from the gridiron to the screen has been a topic of much interest, and fans are excited to see how his character fits into the storyline of Euphoria.
Kadeem Hardison, familiar from A Different World fame, is in along with Adewale Akinnuoye, Toby Wallace, Darrell Britt-Gibson, Priscilla Delgado, James Landry Hébert, and Anna Van Patten.
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Final Thoughts
With the shooting of Euphoria Season 3 still in full swing, anticipation seems to grow with each passing hour. With Dominic Fike’s return, the loss of some prominent regulars, and a thrilling new set of fresh faces, the upcoming season promises to be as thrilling and unpredictable as ever. Beyond awaiting more details, one thing is certain-Euphoria Season 3 is indeed going to be a must-watch.
