Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sarah Catherine Hook and Sam Nivola in season 3 of ‘The White Lotus.'.Photo:Fabio Lovino/HBO
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Since its 2021 premiere,The White Lotushas captivated viewers with its ensemble cast of quirky and complex characters.
Season 2 introduced a new cast (save for Coolidge, who reprised her role as Tanya) and a new location — the White Lotus in Sicily. Breakout starMeghann Fahyplays Daphne Sullivan, who’s on vacation with her husband, Cameron (Theo James), and another couple, Harper (Aubrey Plaza) and Ethan Spiller (Will Sharpe).
Meanwhile, season 3, which premiered on Feb. 16, takes place at the White Lotus Thailand and follows yet another new cast, aside from season 1’sNatasha Rothwellwho reprised her role as Belinda Lindsey.Michelle Monaghanplays Jaclyn, who is on a girl’s trip with two other women; meanwhile,Harry Potter’sJason Isaacsportrays Timothy Ratliff, a wealthy businessman on vacation with his wife and three children.
TheWhite Lotus’ cast is a satisfying mix of well-known actors and burgeoning stars. The highly successful show has not only ignited the careers of newcomers but also inspired a revival for veteran actors.
Here’s everything to know about the cast ofThe White Lotusseasons 1 through 3.
TheWhite LotusSeason 1
Jennifer Coolidge as Tanya McQuoid
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Jennifer Coolidge plays wealthy traveler Tanya McQuoid. In season 1, she’s mourning the death of her mother at the White Lotus in Hawaii; in season 2, Tanya travels to Sicily with her husband, Greg, and her personal assistant, Portia.
Coolidge is a character actress known for roles like Jeanine Stifler, or “Stifler’s mom,” in the teen comedyAmerican Pie(1999) and Paulette Bonafonté inLegally Blonde(2001).
Her role as Tanya McQuoid inThe White Lotusearned her a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe — and sparked aresurgence in the actor’s career.
Murray Bartlett as Armond
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Murray Bartlettplays Armond, manager of the White Lotus.
Bartlett’s role inThe White Lotusearned him anEmmy Awardfor outstanding supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie.
In 2019, Bartlett, his partner and their dog moved to Provincetown, Mass.
Connie Britton as Nicole Mossbacher
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Connie Britton plays Nicole Mossbacher, a workaholic tech executive on vacation with her family.
The Boston native is known for the ABC sitcomSpin City, the NBC sports dramaFriday Night Lightsand the musical drama seriesNashville. She also appeared in the first seasons ofAmerican Horror StoryandDirty John.
Britton’s film credits includeThis Is Where I Leave You(2014),Bombshell(2019) andPromising Young Woman(2020).
Steve Zahn as Mark Mossbacher
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Steve Zahnplays Mark Mossbacher, Nicole’s husband who is grappling with a health scare.
Born in Minnesota, the actor studied at Harvard University’s American Repertory Theater in Cambridge, Mass., before appearing in notable films. He starred inReality Bites(1994),Dallas Buyers Club(2013) andWar for the Planet of the Apes(2017). Zahn also landed a part in the HBO seriesTremefrom 2010 to 2013.
Sydney Sweeney as Olivia Mossbacher
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Sydney Sweeney plays Olivia Mossbacher, Nicole and Mark’s college student daughter.
Born in Spokane, Wash., Sweeney is best known for playing Cassie Howard inEuphoria, Eden inThe Handmaid’s Taleand Alice in the miniseriesSharp Objects. She gained critical acclaim for her roles inEuphoriaandThe White Lotus, earning Emmy nominations for both in 2022.
As for her personal life, Sweeney became engaged to restaurateurJonathan Davinoin 2022.
Alexandra Daddario as Rachel Patton
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Alexandra Daddarioplays Rachel Patton, a newly married journalist on her honeymoon.
Daddario’s role inTheWhite Lotusearned her an Emmy nomination in 2022 for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie.
As for her personal life, the actress married producerAndrew Formin 2022. The couplewelcomed their first child togetherin October 2024.
Jake Lacy as Shane Patton
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Jake Lacyplays Rachel’s demanding and wealthy husband, Shane Patton.
The actor, who was raised in Vermont, previously played Pete Miller in the final season ofThe Officeand Hannah Horvath’s love interest on HBO’sGirls. Lacy’s film credits includeObvious Child(2014),Carol(2015) andBeing the Ricardos(2021).
For his role inThe White Lotus, Lacy received an Emmy nomination in 2022 for outstanding supporting actor in a limited or anthology series or movie.
As for his personal life, Lacy marriedLauren Deleoin 2015. They have two children.
Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey
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Natasha Rothwellplays White Lotus spa manager Belinda Lindsey.
The actress, born in Wichita, Kan., got her start as a writer onSaturday Night Liveseason 40 (2014–2015). She later starred in HBO’sInsecure, on which she also served as a writer and producer.
Rothwell’s performance inThe White Lotusseason 1 earned her an Emmy nomination for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie in 2022.
“[Belinda] is still working at the White Lotus, and she’s in Thailand doing sort of an exchange program to learn more about the wellness programs that the Thailand White Lotus offers,” she toldEntertainment Weeklyin December 2024.
Lukas Gage as Dillon
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Lukas Gageplays Dillon, a White Lotus staffer.
Gage marriedcelebrity hairstylist Chris Appletonin 2023. However, the couplefiled for divorceafter six months of marriage.
Jon Gries as Greg Hunt
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Jon Griesplays Greg Hunt, a White Lotus guest who later becomes Tanya’s husband.
In February 2023, the actor made his runway debut at theEckhaus Latta showduring New York Fashion Week.
Molly Shannon as Kitty
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Molly Shannonplays Kitty, Shane’s mother who makes a surprise appearance on his and Rachel’s honeymoon.
In 2004, Shannon married her husbandFritz Chesnut, with whom she has two children.
TheWhite LotusSeason 2
Sabrina Impacciatore as Valentina
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Sabrina Impacciatoreplays Valentina, the manager of the White Lotus resort in Sicily.
The Italian actress previously appeared in films likeThe Passion of the Christ(2004),Napoleon and Me(2006) andThere’s No Place Like Home(2018).The White Lotusmarked her first major credit in the U.S.
“It was all beyond my expectations, but it definitely lived up to my dreams,” Impacciatore said of her breakout role in a 2022 interview withThe Hollywood Reporter. “Being part of this project was a big, enormous chance for me. Because I was finally able to truly see things that, here in Italy, [otherwise] just wouldn’t be possible.”
Meghann Fahy as Daphne Sullivan
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Meghann Fahy stars as Daphne Sullivan, a stay-at-home mom traveling with her husband Cameron and their friends.
In her personal life, Fahy is dating herWhite LotuscostarLeo Woodall. The couple confirmed their relationship in February 2024.
Theo James as Cameron Sullivan
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Theo James plays businessman Cameron Sullivan, who is vacationing with his wife Daphne and the Spillers.
The British actor is best known for playing Tobias “Four” Eaton inThe Divergent Seriestrilogy, the film adaptations of the best-selling book series.
James is married to Irish actressRuth Kearney. The couple welcomed a daughter in 2021.
Aubrey Plaza as Harper Spiller
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Aubrey Plaza plays Harper Spiller, a lawyer vacationing with her husband Ethan and the Sullivans.
Before landing her breakout role as dry-witted parks department employee April Ludgate onParks and Recreation, Plaza appeared in comedy films likeScott Pilgrim vs. the WorldandMystery Team, both released in 2009. She later starred inSafety Not Guaranteed(2015),Ingrid Goes West(2017) andEmily the Criminal(2022).
Will Sharpe as Ethan Spiller
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Will Sharpeplays newly successful tech entrepreneur Ethan Spiller, who is vacationing with his wife Harper and the Sullivans.
In 2021, Sharpe directed and co-wrote the biographical comedy-drama filmThe Electrical Life of Louis Wain, which starredBenedict Cumberbatch.
As for his personal life, Sharpe has been in a relationship with actressSophia Di Martinosince 2009. The couple have two children together.
F. Murray Abraham as Bert Di Grasso
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F. Murray Abrahamplays the womanizing Bert Di Grasso, who is visiting Sicily with his son Dominic and grandson Albie.
Abraham’s performance in season 2 ofThe White Lotusearned him a Golden Globe nomination for best supporting actor in a limited series, anthology or motion picture made for television.
As for his personal life, Abraham was married to Kate Hannan for 60 years until her death in 2022. They share two children.
Michael Imperioli as Dominic Di Grasso
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Michael Imperioliplays Dominic Di Grasso, a Hollywood producer visiting Sicily with his father and son.
Born and raised just outside of New York City., Imperioli is best known for playing Christopher Moltisanti in the HBO crime dramaThe Sopranosfrom 1999 to 2007. He’s also appeared in films likeGoodfellas(1990),Jungle Fever(1991) andBad Boys(1995). Imperioli is also the frontman of the bandZopa.
As for his personal life, Imperioli has been married to interior designerVictoria Chlebowskisince 1996. They have three children together.
Adam DiMarco as Albie Di Grasso
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Adam DiMarcoplays the soft-spoken Albie Di Grasso, a college graduate traveling to Sicily with his father and grandfather.
Beatrice Grannò as Mia
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Beatrice Grannòplays Mia, a Sicilian local and aspiring singer.
Grannò was also a series regular on the Italian medical dramaDoc - Nelle tue mani, which inspired theFox showDoc.
Simona Tabasco as Lucia Greco
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Simona Tabascoplays Lucia Greco, a Sicilian sex worker who frequents the White Lotus.
Born in Naples, Italy, Tabasco starred in the Italian seriesFuoriclasse,È arrivata la felicitàandI bastardi di Pizzofalcone.Since 2020, she has appeared in the medical dramaDoc — Nelle tue maniwith Beatrice Grannò.Tabasco also starred opposite Sydney Sweeney in the psychological horror filmImmaculate.
Haley Lu Richardson as Portia
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Haley Lu Richardsonplays Tanya’s personal assistant Portia.
Born in Phoenix, Richardson’s early credits include the Disney Channel sitcomShake It Up, the ABC Family seriesRavenswoodand the 2016 coming-of-age filmThe Edge of Seventeen.In 2017, she received critical acclaim for her role in the independent dramaColumbus.
She also starred in the psychological horrorSplit(2016) and indie films likeSupport the Girls(2018),Unpregnant(2020) andAfter Yang(2022).
Leo Woodall as Jack
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Leo Woodallplays Jack, a guest staying with his uncle Quentin at the White Lotus.
As for his personal life, Woodall has been dating hisWhite Lotuscostar, Meghann Fahy, since 2022.
Tom Hollander as Quentin
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Tom Hollanderplays Quentin, a White Lotus guest who befriends Tanya while traveling with his nephew Jack.
Born in Bristol, England, the critically acclaimed actor is widely known for playing Mr. Collins in the 2005 adaptation ofPride & Prejudice(2005) and Lord Cutler Beckett in thePirates of the Caribbeanfranchise. He has also appeared in films likeValkyrie(2008),Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation(2015) andBohemian Rhapsody(2018).
Hollander’s television credits include the BBC seriesRev,The Night Managerand FX’sFeud.
TheWhite LotusSeason 3
Walton Goggins as Rick Hatchett
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Walton Gogginsplays Rick Hatchett, a “rugged man with a chip on his shoulder” who is traveling with his much younger girlfriend, Chelsea.
Born in Birmingham, Ala., Goggins has been acting since the early ’90s and got his big break in 2002 when he was cast in FX’sThe ShieldstarringMichael Chiklis. He later earned two Emmy award nominations for his roles inJustified(2011) andFallout(2024).
As for his life off camera, the actor has been married to his wife,Nadia Conners, since 2011, and the couple share one son.
Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea
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Aimee Lou Wood plays “free spirit” Chelsea, who is on vacation with her “on-edge” older boyfriend, Rick Hatchett.
The English actress first made waves as Aimee Gibbs in Netflix’sSex Educationbefore appearing in 2024’sSeize Them!and the BBC seriesDaddy Issues.
Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn
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Michelle Monaghan plays Hollywood actress Jaclyn, who is on a girl’s trip with her longtime friends Kate and Laurie.
Born in Iowa, Monaghan made waves in Hollywood when she landed a leading role oppositeRobert Downey Jr.in 2005’sKiss Kiss Bang Bang.She is best known for starring in threeMission Impossiblefilms alongsideTom Cruiseand season 1 of HBO’s hit seriesTrue Detective, which earned her a Golden Globe nomination.
As for her personal life, the actress has been married to her husband, Peter White, since 2005. The couple share two children.
Leslie Bibb as Kate
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Leslie Bibbportrays Kate, who is on a girl’s trip to Thailand with her longtime friends Jaclyn and Laurie.
Bibb and her longtime partner, actorSam Rockwell, have been together since 2007.
Carrie Coon as Laurie
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Carrie Coonplays Laurie, who is on a girl’s trip with her longtime friends Jaclyn and Kate.
Born in Ohio, Coon’s acting career took off in 2014 when she landed a part on HBO’sThe LeftoversstarringJustin Theroux.She later earned Emmy nods for her performances in 2017’sFargoand HBO’sThe Gilded Age.
As for her personal life, Coon has been married to actorTracy Lettssince 2013. The couple, who share two kids, worked together on 2017’sThe Postand season 2 ofThe Sinner.
Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff
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Jason Isaacsportrays Timothy Ratliff, a wealthy businessman on vacation with his wife, Victoria, and their three children: Saxson, Piper and Lochlan.
The English actor is best known for playing Lucius Malfoy in theHarry Pottermovie franchise. His other notable roles includeThe Patriot(2000),The Death of Stalin(2017) andMass(2021).
Isaacs has been married to his wife and fellow actor, Emma Hewitt, since 2001. They share two children.
Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff
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Parker Poseyplays Victoria Ratliff, who is on vacation with her husband, Timothy, and their three kids.
Born in Baltimore, Posey has been acting for over three decades. She appeared in 1993’sDazed and Confused, 2000’sScream 3and 2006’sSuperman Returns.She also received a 2024 Emmy nod for her performance in an episode of Prime Video’sMr. & Mrs. Smith.
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Saxson Ratliff
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Patrick Schwarzeneggerplays Saxson Ratliff, the eldest child of Timothy and Victoria, who works for his father’s company.
source: people.com
