The White Lotus Season 3: Here’s Where You Recognize the Cast From
This is a cast full of icons.
The White Lotus is finally back. The HBO series returned for Season 3 on February 16, and this time, we’re heading to Thailand. The new season will see a mixed group of affluent travelers de-camp for a week in paradise, but of course this is The White Lotus, and nothing ever stays in harmony for long. And with a new location comes a whole new cast checking into the five-star resort.
From Sex Education’s Aimee Lou Wood, to Blackpink rapper Lisa, and the return of Season 1’s Natasha Rothwell, the cast is stacked. Here’s everything you need to know about The White Lotus cast and the characters they play in the new season.
Leslie Bibb as Kate
Kate is one of the three friends going on a girls’ trip at The White Lotus. Leslie Bibb plays Kate and is known for her role as Christine Everhart in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, as well as her roles in Jupiter’s Legacy, Palm Royale, and American Housewife.
Carrie Coon as Laurie
Laurie is another one of the women reuniting for their girls’ trip, and she’s played by Carrie Coon. Carrie is best known for her roles in Gone Girl (her first movie part), the Ghostbuster movies, the Netflix series The Sinner, and the FX series Fargo, among many others. She’s also currently on another HBO show The Gilded Age, which earned her a 2024 Emmy nomination.
Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn
Jaclyn is the final member of the girl gang heading to Thailand. Michelle Monaghan stars as Jaclyn, and you’ll know her best from her roles in Gone Baby Gone, the Mission: Impossible movies, the first season of True Detective, and the romantic comedy Made of Honour.
Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff
Businessman Timothy Ratliff is the father in the Ratliff household who travels to Thailand with his wife and three kids. He’s played by Jason Isaacs, who you’re likely to know for playing Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter movies. He’s also know for his roles in Black Hawk Down, The OA, Peter Pan, The Patriot, and Battle of The Brave.
Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff
Victoria is married to Timothy, and she’s played by Parker Posey. You’ll of course best know Parker from her roles in Dazed and Confused, Party Girl, You’ve Got Mail, Scream 3, and The Staircase, which she starred in alongside her new on-screen son Patrick Schwarzenegger.
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Saxon Ratliff
Saxon is the eldest Ratliff child and is played by Patrick Schwarzenegger. You’ll know Patrick from his roles in The Staircase, Gen V, Scream Queens, and The Long Road Home. Or maybe through his famous dad: Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Sarah Catherine Hook as Piper Ratliff
Pipe, the middle child of Victoria and Timothy, is currently in her last year of university. She’s played by Sarah Catherine Hook, who is best known for her roles in the remake of Cruel Intentions and the Netflix series First Kill.
Sam Nivola as Lochlan Ratliff
Lochlan is the youngest Ratliff child and is currently a senior in high school. He’s played by Sam Nivola, who was most recently on our screens as Nicole Kidman’s son in the Netflix series The Perfect Couple. He’s also appeared in the movies Maestro and Eileen.
Walton Goggins as Rick Hatchett
Rick is a mysterious man who travels to The White Lotus with his much younger girlfriend, Chelsea. He’s played by Walton Goggins, who you are likely to know from a multitude of roles including the TV series Fallout, Invincible, The Righteous Gemstones, and Justified, as well as the movies The Hateful Eight, Django Unchained, Tomb Raider, and many more.
Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea
Chelsea is Rick’s much younger girlfriend, who comes with him on the trip to Thailand. Aimee Lou Wood plays Chelsea, and you’ll of course know her best from her performance as Aimee in Netflix’s Sex Education. Aimee has also had lead roles in Daddy Issues and Seize Them!
Lisa Manobal as Mook
Mook works at The White Lotus as a “health advisor” for the guests during their stay. She’s played by Lisa Manobal, aka Lisa from Blackpink. The show marks the K-pop star’s acting debut.
Natasha Rothwell as Belinda
Season 1’s Natasha Rothwell has reprised her role as spa manager Belinda Lindsey, who comes to the hotel in Thailand. Apart from The White Lotus, you’ll also likely know her from her roles in Insecure (of which she was a writer, too), How To Die Alone, and the movie Wonka.
Jon Gries as Greg, aka “Gary”
In a fun and surprising reveal, Jon Gries has returned as Greg, who was probably responsible for the death of his wife, Tanya, in Season 2. Now, he’s found his way to Thailand with his girlfriend Chloe and goes by Gary. You know Jon from Seasons 1 and 2, but you also know him from his roles in Napoleon Dynamite and Men in Black.
Charlotte Le Bon as Chloe
Chloe befriends Aimee Lou Wood’s character Chelsea at the bar in episode 1, and it’s revealed that the boyfriend she’s complaining about is none other than Gary. You might know Charlotte from her work as a TV presenter on Le Grand Journal, as well as the films The Hundred-Foot Journey and The Walk.
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