Nigerian-Born Actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Joins Euphoria Season 3 Cast

Nigerian-born actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje has officially joined the cast of Euphoria Season 3, marking an exciting addition to the acclaimed HBO series. While details regarding his character remain undisclosed, anticipation is building as production for the new season is already underway.

Akinnuoye-Agbaje, known for his compelling performances in Lost, Suicide Squad, and Thor: The Dark World, is expected to bring his signature intensity to Euphoria, adding a fresh dynamic to the show’s already complex narrative. His casting further cements the series’ reputation for assembling a diverse and talented ensemble.

Created by Sam Levinson, Euphoria follows the turbulent life of Rue Bennett, portrayed by Zendaya, as she navigates addiction, relationships, and self-discovery. The third season’s production, which began in January 2025, has been met with high expectations following previous delays due to Hollywood strikes, script rewrites, and cast scheduling conflicts.

Akinnuoye-Agbaje joins a lineup of new cast members, including Spanish singer-songwriter Rosalía, Babyteeth star Toby Wallace, former NFL player Marshawn Lynch, We Own This City actor Darrell Britt-Gibson, A Different World alum Kadeem Hardison, Julieta actress Priscilla Delgado, James Landry Hébert, and Anna Van Patten.

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Returning for Season 3 are core cast members Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Eric Dane, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Maude Apatow, Martha Kelly, Chloe Cherry, and Colman Domingo, ensuring continuity in the show’s gripping storytelling.

With Euphoria‘s reputation for pushing boundaries and delivering emotionally charged performances, fans eagerly await how Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s role will influence the ever-evolving landscape of the series.