Fans of HBO's The White Lotus are still speculating about the potential characters and connections in the upcoming season 3, following the recent revelation that Laura Dern's (Jurassic Park) voice was heard as Abby, the estranged wife of Dom played by Michael Imperioli (The Sopranos), on the second season. The speculation started when viewers began to wonder about Dern's possible connection to other characters, particularly Connie Britton's Season 1 character, Nicole Mossbacher.
Many fans wondered if the two women could pop up together in the upcoming third season of The White Lotus, possibly as sisters. When asked about the theory, Connie Britton told Variety at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour, “Oooh, I’ve never heard that before.” However, she went on to express her excitement to work with creator, writer, and director Mike White again, stating
"Of course, I would [return]. Mike is someone I’d admired for a long time in my career, and I was fortunate enough to work with him on ‘Bumprice at Dinner,’ which he wrote. I think he’s a genius, but also a kind genius. I have loved collaborating with him, and I’ll say yes to him ’til the end of time."
Another mystery in the Season 2 finale is the confrontation between Daphne, played by Meghann Fahy, and Ethan, played by Will Sharpe, in which Ethan reveals his belief that his wife, Harper, Aubrey Plaza, had an affair with Cameron (Theo James). Daphne responds by inviting Ethan to a nearby island, but what happens during that interlude is not revealed. Many fans are wondering about Daphne's true intentions.
What We Know About Season 3 of White Lotus
Though few details about the third season have been revealed, creator Mike White teased the location and the theme in a post-Season 2 finale featurette, saying,
"The first season kind of highlighted money, and then the second season is sex. I think the third season would be maybe a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion and spirituality. It feels like it could be a rich tapestry to do another round at White Lotus."
As the fans await more details and confirmation from the creators, the speculation continues to stir, with some even calling for a prequel show for Jennifer Coolidge's Tanya character, who died in the second season finale. However, Coolidge has stated that she does not want to appear as a "whiner" by asking for a prequel show. Only time will tell what Mike White and the The White Lotus team have in store for the fans.