April 19, 2023
'The White Lotus' Bringing Back This Character for Season 3
Emell Adolphus READ TIME: 1 MIN.
With fan-favorite "White Lotus" character Tanya, played expertly by Jennifer Coolidge, officially dead. The show is looking to throwback to more of the magic of season 1 by bringing back another beloved character.
As reported by Variety, sources close to the season 3 production of the show say that "Insecure" actor Natasha Rothwell will return to "The White Lotus" for its third season.
In season 1, Rothwell played spa manager Belinda Lindsey, who was strung along by wealthy resort guest Tanya (Coolidge) with promises of an investment to open her own spa business.
The plot and character details are still under wraps for the next season of the show but what is known is that the next location of the show will reportedly take place in Thailand.
Creator Mike White teased after the season 2 finale that he envisions "a satirical and funny look at death and Eastern religion and spirituality" for the next season.
Rothwell earned a best supporting actress Emmy nomination in a limited or anthology series for her role in season 1. In addition to "White Lotus" Rothwell is known for playing Issa Rae's best friend Kelli in HBO's "Insecure." She also wrote for "Saturday Night Live" and had acting roles in "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," "Bojack Horseman," "Bob's Burgers" and "American Dad."
Next, Rothwell will serve as creator and star of the Hulu comedy series "How to Die Alone," as part of an overall deal at ABC Signature under her Big Hattie Productions banner.
