Euphoria Season 3 Updates

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The highly anticipated third season of Euphoria has finally begun production, with a target release date of 2026. The new season will see the return of Zendaya as Rue Bennett, as well as Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, and Maude Apatow. Colman Domingo will also return as a guest star, while Martha Kelly and Chloe Cherry have been promoted to series regulars. New cast members include Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Toby Wallace, Rosalía, Marshawn Lynch, and Kadeem Hardison.

The third season of Euphoria will feature a time jump, with the characters moving past their high school years. The show's creator, Sam Levinson, will return to helm the season, which will consist of eight episodes. The production team has also seen some changes, with new additions including Colleen Atwood as co-producer, Natasha Newman-Thomas as costume designer, and Francois Audouy as production designer. Returning crew members include Julio C. Perez, IV as supervising editor, Marcell Rév as director of photography, Doniella Davy as makeup department head, Ryan Heffington as choreographer, and Kim Kimble as hair department head.

Some cast members will not be returning for the third season, including Barbie Ferreira, who played Katherine "Kat" Hernandez in the first two seasons. Ferreira announced her exit from the show via Instagram, citing creative differences. Angus Cloud, who played Fezco, passed away in 2023, and his character's partner in crime, Ashtray, died in the Season 2 finale. Storm Reid, who played Rue's younger sister Gia Bennett, will also not be returning, along with Algee Smith and Nika King. Austin Abrams, who played Kat's boyfriend Ethan Daley, will also not be appearing in the new season.

The new season of Euphoria will also feature some notable guest stars, including Sharon Stone, who is currently in talks to join the show. Other guest stars include Darrell Britt-Gibson, Priscilla Delgado, James Landry Hébert, and Anna Van Patten. The show's cast and crew are excited to bring the new season to life, with Marshawn Lynch stating that he is "hella juiced" about working on the show. The third season of Euphoria is expected to be the final season, with HBO Head of Drama Francesca Orsi stating that it will be a satisfying conclusion to the series.

The production of Euphoria Season 3 is a significant event in the entertainment industry, with many fans eagerly awaiting the new season. The show has been praised for its realistic portrayal of teenage life, as well as its tackling of tough issues such as addiction, trauma, and identity. With its talented cast and crew, Euphoria is sure to continue to be a hit with audiences. Some of the notable upcoming releases and events related to the show include:

• Season 3 premiere: expected in 2026
• Cast updates: new cast members include Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Toby Wallace, Rosalía, Marshawn Lynch, and Kadeem Hardison
• Award nominations: the show has been nominated for several awards, including Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards
• Event schedules: the show's cast and crew will be attending various events and festivals to promote the new season
• Cast/crew details: the show's cast and crew include Sam Levinson, Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, and Maude Apatow