If you haven't already watched The White Lotus season three... what are you waiting for? The latest installation of Mike White's beloved hotel series premiered in February of this year, and swept us — plus a cast brimming with A-listers — to Thailand, for a stay at yet another of The Four Seasons' spectacular resorts.
As with ensemble shows of this kind, getting acquainted with each character can be at confusing, even for the most seasoned White Lotus watcher — and believe us, when the stakes are as high as they inevitably are with White, you'll want to know exactly who your'e dealing with. That's why we've put together a helpful guide to every character in The White Lotus season three, from BLACKPINK's Lisa as Mook, to Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea.
Who is cast in The White Lotus season three?
Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea
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Chelsea is talkative, energetic, and a welcome reprieve from the stuffy upper-class we usually see staying at the White Lotus resorts. Traveling with her partner Rick, however, is not always smooth sailing.
Wood's career has gone from strength to strength in recent years. She's best known for her part in Sex Education (her character is also called Aimee), but recently also starred in Netflix's Toxic Town.
Walton Goggins as Rick
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Rough around the edges and deeply insecure, Rick is skeptical of the wellness vibe, and has actually come to the hotel in search of something much more personal (we won't spoil it for you). Though his character is unsure of his relationship with Chelsea at times, IRL, Goggins and Wood are very close.
Goggins' career outside of The White Lotus is vast: he's an Emmy nominated actor, and has appeared in series like The Shield, Justified, The Righteous Gemstones, Invincible, and Fallout.
Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff
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Isaacs plays successful businessman with some serious secrets going on beneath the surface. He's at the resort with his wife and three kids who seem to simultaneously stop him from imploding and threaten a breakdown at all times.
Most famous for playing Lucius Malfoy in the Harry Potter series, Isaacs has also starred in Peter Pan, Black Hawk Down, and The Patriot, to name a few.
Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff
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Victoria is Timothy’s stylish, slightly aloof wife. But don't let her kaftans and big sunglasses fool you, she doesn't miss much.
Posey earned her title as the OG 'Queen of the Indies' thanks to roles in Dazed and Confused, Josie & The Pussycats, and Party Girl.
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Saxon Ratliff
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The eldest Ratliff child is something of a private school cliché: he exclusively wears polo shirts and boat shoes, and works for his dad's finance company. But as the season progresses, he does reveal that there's at least a little more to him than meets the eye.
Schwarzenegger's star is now officially on the rise, which is hardly surprising, considering he's the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger. Post-White Lotus, he's set to star in Love Of Your Life opposite Margaret Qualley.
Sarah Catherine Hook as Piper Ratliff
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Piper is the Ratliffs' daughter, who is attempting to navigate the complexities of family dynamics and personal identity by tricking her family to holidaying in Thailand, so she can spend a year at a Buddhist monastery.
It's been a busy few years for Hook, who recently appeared in the Cruel Intentions reboot, plusThe Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.
Sam Nivola as Lochlan Ratliff
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The youngest Ratliff sibling, Lochlan's innocence contrasts with his family's complexities. But as the season unfolds, Lochlan's storyline brings with it some very surprising twists, and proves he’s far from just the innocent bystander.
Nivola is no stranger to stories of rich families with dark secrets. You might recognise him from Netflix's The Perfect Couple. His girlfriend, Iris Apatow, is also a budding actress.
Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey
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A familiar face from season's past, Belinda arrives at the Thai resort on a kind of staff exchange, seeking healing and a fresh start after last seasons disappointments.
Rothwell's previous credits include How To Die Alone, Wonka, and the Sonic The Hedgehog franchise, among many others.
Charlotte Le Bon as Chloe
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Chloe's character is about as mysterious as they come. She shows up at the resort as an ex-model holidaying with her much older boyfriend — but he is soon revealed to be Gary, also known as Greg Hunt, i.e. Tanya's murderous husband from season two.
Not just an actor, Le Bon is also a filmmaker, and is best known for the films Yves Saint Laurent, The Hundred-Foot Journey, and The Walk.
Jon Gries as Gary/Greg
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Which brings us to Gary. Returning in season three, he brings with him an unsettling aura which, if you've seen the first two seasons, we probably don't need to explain. If you haven't, Gary’s past hints at some sinister stuff — including a possible plot to murder Tanya for her fortune.
Gries has several credits to his name, but is perhaps best known for playing Uncle Rico in Napoleon Dynamite.
Leslie Bibb as Kate
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A childhood friend of Jaclyn, Kate is now a Texas housewife and mother married to a wealthy businessman. Bibb's partner in real-life, Sam Rockwell, also makes a cameo this season as Rick's friend, Frank.
Bibb's hefty CV spans recent hits like Palm Royale and About My Father, plus Iron Man and Talladega Nights.
Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn
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The glue in the friendship between Kate and Laurie, Jaclyn is a famous actress who is holidaying with her two childhood best friends, and paying for much of the trip. She's frequently recognised by the other guests throughout their stay.
Monaghan has starred in the likes of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Gone Baby Gone, Made of Honor, and Eagle Eye, plus the series True Detective.
Carrie Coon as Laurie
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Laurie is recently divorced and unsatisfied at work — facets of her life that are thrown into sharp focus while on the trip, particularly in contrast to Jaclyn and Kate.
You likely recognise Coon from her roles in The Avengers, Gone Girl, The Gilded Age, and The Leftovers.
Lisa as Mook
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In her acting debut, global K-pop icon Lisa plays Mook, a sweet-natured resort worker. While she shares a shy connection with Gaitok, the hotel’s earnest security guard, she also finds herself entangled with a more menacing group tied to the resort’s inner circle...
Tayme Thapthimthong as Gaitok
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Gaitok serves as the resort’s eager but often out-of-his-depth security guard. Endearing in his commitment and earnestness, but fairly terrible at his job, his skills (or lack thereof) stand to threaten the safety of everyone at the resort.
Got more questions about season three?
You can peruse our The White Lotus Season three updates for all the juicy details about season three's plot, cast and release dates.
When was season three released?
Prior to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, The White Lotus Season 3 was gearing up for a release in late 2024. However, these delays meant it didn't premiere until February 2025.
Is season four coming?
In short, yep. We've rounded up everything we know about the upcoming season, including it's rumoured location.
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