Kate McKinnon Joins ‘Percy Jackson’ Season 3 as Aphrodite Casting Exclusive Revealed
Kate McKinnon has been confirmed to join the cast of “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Season 3, where she will portray Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty. This addition promises to add depth to the series as the character is described as being capable of altering her appearance based on the observer. Before offering assistance to Percy Jackson, played by Walker Scobell, Aphrodite must ensure he respects the significance of love.
About Kate McKinnon
McKinnon is a celebrated comedic actress, recognized for her work on “Saturday Night Live,” where she was a cast member for a decade from 2012 to 2022. Over her time on the iconic show, she garnered ten Emmy nominations and won twice. Her notable film roles include performances in:
- “Bombshell” (2019)
- “Yesterday” (2019)
- “The Spy Who Dumped Me” (2018)
- “Ghostbusters” (2016)
In addition, McKinnon portrayed Weird Barbie in the 2023 hit film “Barbie” and Carole Baskin in Peacock’s limited series “Joe vs. Carole,” released in 2022. She will soon appear in Andrew Stanton’s upcoming Hulu sci-fi film, “In the Blink of an Eye.”
“Percy Jackson and the Olympians” Overview
The series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” is adapted from Rick Riordan’s best-selling book series. Riordan collaborated with Jonathan E. Steinberg, who functions as the showrunner alongside Dan Shotz. The team of executive producers features a mix of industry veterans, ensuring high-quality production.
Main Cast and Production Details
Alongside McKinnon and Scobell, the main cast includes:
- Leah Sava Jeffries
- Aryan Simhadri
- Charlie Bushnell
- Dior Goodjohn
- Daniel Diemer
After its debut on Disney+ in 2023, the series has met with positive reception. Season 2 is set to premiere on December 10, 2023. Currently, Season 3, which will draw from “The Titan’s Curse,” is in production in Vancouver, promising fans continued adventures with Percy and friends.
