According to Deadline, acclaimed actress Laura Dern will be joining HBO’s hit anthology series The White Lotus for the upcoming fourth season of the show.
As an Oscar-winning actress, Dern is known for her work in films such as Marriage Story, Jurassic Park, and Big Little Lies, which gives her a lot of star power to lend to this show created by Mike White. The White Lotus has become known for being sharp in its social satire and for having dark humor, with a cast of wealthy, flawed individuals who have been through many different seasons in some very luxurious resorts and have attracted top talent in Hollywood.
While we don’t know what her character/business will be, fans and critics speculate that she might be playing one of the many signature, unhinged, and emotionally complex-rich guests that have inhabited the show. Based on the online buzz, most people believe that Laura Dern’s casting as a rich, unhinged character will fit perfectly into the show’s chaotic energy.
The White Lotus has received critical acclaim and many Emmy awards from the seasons prior, as it is set in beautiful locations and has been an original story and cast each time. Season 3 was equally provocative in presenting commentary on class, privilege, and human behavior.
There has been no official announcement of filming locations or premiere dates for Season 4 of this series. However, as evidenced by adding Dern, White has a solid ‘VIP List’ of elite actors.
Fans are excited to see how unpredictable the dynamics with Dern will be within this ensemble. One fan made this statement on social media: “She’s going to be the most unpredictable, emotionally volatile, affluent woman we have ever seen, and I cannot wait!”