New & Returning Faces You’ll See in Euphoria Season 3
After what feels like an eternity (yes, we’ve all aged), Euphoria is finally back on the calendar with a confirmed Spring 2026 release. And this season? It’s shaping up to be unlike anything we’ve seen from the series so far. With time jumps, cast shake-ups, and more than a few wildcards joining the chaos, let’s break down who’s in, who’s out, and who’s stirring the pot in Season 3.
The OGs (Mostly) Return
Here’s the good news: your core faves are coming back. Zendaya is officially returning as Rue, and so are Hunter Schafer (Jules), Sydney Sweeney (Cassie), Alexa Demie (Maddy), Maude Apatow (Lexi), and Jacob Elordi (Nate). Even Eric Dane (Cal Jacobs) is back to cause more uncomfortable family tension.
There’s also confirmation that fan-favorite Chloe Cherry (Faye) will return, and Colman Domingo (Ali, Rue’s sponsor) is expected to make a guest appearance — which is big, considering how central he’s been to Rue’s journey.
Confirmed returning cast:
Zendaya (Rue Bennett)
Hunter Schafer (Jules)
Sydney Sweeney (Cassie)
Alexa Demie (Maddy)
Maude Apatow (Lexi)
Jacob Elordi (Nate)
Eric Dane (Cal Jacobs)
Martha Kelly (Laurie)
Chloe Cherry (Faye)
Colman Domingo (Ali, Rue’s sponsor) — returning in a guest‑star capacity
So far, so familiar — but it’s not exactly the full roster. Several names from Season 2 won’t be back:
But — and it’s a big but — not everyone is returning.
Angus Cloud’s tragic passing means Fezco won’t appear in Season 3, and it’s already sending emotional shockwaves through the fandom. Barbie Ferreira (Kat) exited the show before production began, and other characters like Gia (Rue’s sister), McKay, Ethan, and Rue’s mom Leslie aren’t expected to play a part this time around.
All of this points to a pretty significant shift in focus — one that’s moving away from the high school ensemble we first met.
Confirmed to not return :
Angus Cloud (Fezco) — due to his tragic passing in 2023
Storm Reid (Gia)
Barbie Ferreira (Kat) — she exited before production began
Nika King (Leslie)
Algee Smith (McKay)
Austin Abrams (Ethan)
Fresh Faces & Wild Cards
If Euphoria Season 3 is going to stretch its limbs (and budget), it’s going to need new people — and the casting here is doing just that:
Some of the more headline‑grabbing newcomers:
Rosalía (yes, that Rosalía) — the Grammy‑winning Spanish pop icon has joined the cast.
Marshawn Lynch — the NFL legend joins the ensemble, adding a surprising new tone to the mix.
Sharon Stone — this is a juicy pivot; she brings classical gravitas to a show steeped in teenage chaos.
