AEuphoriaupdate confirms that another returning star is confirmed, but two actors won’t be reprising their roles in the new episodes. The HBO teen drama focuses on the lives and struggles of a group of teens, with Zendaya’s Rue taking center stage as a troubled teen trying to find her place in the world.Euphoria’sensemble cast also featuresHunter Schafer, Angus Cloud, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Alexa Demie, Eric Dane, Barbie Ferreira, and Maude Apatow.
AsEuphoriaprepares for filming to begin,Deadlinerevealed that three more cast members won’t return. Despite adding several new actors to its ensemble,Nika King and Algee Smith are absentfrom the recent casting announcement after having portrayed Rue’s mother, Leslie Bennett, and Cassie’s former love interest, Chris McKay. On the other hand, Rosalía, Marshawn Lynch & Kadeem Hardison will join the cast. While Dominic Fike was absent fromDeadline’sreport,Varietylater confirmed that the actor would reprise his role as Rue’s friend Elliot.

What Euphoria’s Latest Exits Mean For Season 3
Certain Character’s Arcs May Have Met Their End
With Smith and King confirmed to be absent fromEuphoriaseason 3,it is unclear how their absences will affect Rue’s journey. Smith’s absence is understandable since he had been largely absent after Chris broke up with Cassie. Especially as Cassie faces her own challenges following her chaotic season 2 relationships, Chris' part in the story may be complete.
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Euphoria season 3 has been in development hell for years and there’s been some speculation that a feud between Zendaya and Sam Levinson is the cause.
Certain Exits Could Suggest A Major New Start For Rue
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Euphoria fans have been anxiously awaiting season 3 for a long time, and it sounds like they will have to wait even longer after additional delays.
