The highly anticipated third season of the HBO drama series, The Gilded Age, is set to introduce a stellar lineup of new actors to its ensemble cast. With production underway, the show has confirmed the addition of eight talented performers to join the existing cast members.
Among the new faces joining the show are Bill Camp, Merritt Wever, Leslie Uggams, LisaGay Hamilton, Paul Alexander Nolan, Hattie Morahan, Andrea Martin, and Jessica Frances Dukes. These actors will be featured alongside previously announced newcomers Phylicia Rashad, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Victoria Clark, and Jordan Donica.
Bill Camp, known for his roles in 'Presumed Innocent' and HBO's 'The Outsider,' will portray the iconic figure JP Morgan, a renowned financier whose clash with George Russell (played by Morgan Spector) shapes the narrative around the railroad industry. Emmy winner Merritt Wever, recognized for her work in 'Unbelievable,' takes on the role of Monica O'Brien, the estranged sister of Bertha Russell (portrayed by Carrie Coon).
Leslie Uggams, famous for her roles in 'Roots' and 'Deadpool,' will embody the character of Mrs. Ernestine Brown, a friend of Elizabeth Kirkland (played by Phylicia Rashad) and a prominent member of the Black community in Newport, Rhode Island. LisaGay Hamilton, known for her performances in 'The Dropout' and 'Winning Time,' will bring to life Frances Ellen Watkins Harper, a celebrated Black suffragist who inspires Peggy (Denée Benton) to join the suffrage movement.
The season three storyline of The Gilded Age is described as a period of upheaval in New York society, where established norms are challenged, and change comes at a price for those navigating the shifting landscape. The series, created by Julian Fellowes and written in collaboration with Sonja Warfield, is produced by HBO and Universal Television.
With a talented team of executive producers including Gareth Neame, David Crockett, and directors Michael Engler and Salli Richardson-Whitfield, The Gilded Age promises to deliver a captivating narrative set against the backdrop of a changing era. Erica Dunbar serves as the historical consultant and co-executive producer, ensuring authenticity in the portrayal of the time period.
As the show continues to evolve with its new season, viewers can expect a compelling exploration of power dynamics, societal shifts, and personal ambitions in the ever-evolving landscape of Gilded Age New York.
