Xolo Maridueña Joins ‘One Piece’ Season 3 as Portgas D. Ace
Xolo Maridueña has officially been cast as Portgas D. Ace in the upcoming season 3 of the popular series One Piece. This announcement follows months of speculation regarding Maridueña’s involvement in the project. Widely regarded as a fan favorite for the role, his casting has generated significant excitement among One Piece enthusiasts.
Xolo Maridueña’s Role and Background
Maridueña, known for his role as Miguel Diaz in Netflix’s Cobra Kai, brings a versatile acting background to the character. His prior experience includes appearances in DC’s Blue Beetle and voice work in various animated series.
Details on Portgas D. Ace
- Character Overview: Portgas D. Ace is a high-ranking member of the Whitebeard Pirates.
- Powers: He possesses the abilities of the Mera Mera no Mi, a powerful fire fruit.
- Connection to Luffy: Ace has significant ties to the protagonist, Monkey D. Luffy, and is crucial to the storyline.
Production Timeline for One Piece
One Piece season 2 is set to premiere on March 10, 2025, on Netflix. Meanwhile, production for season 3 will commence at the end of November 2025. As fans eagerly await the second season, additional casting announcements for the third season are expected to surface soon.
Additional Casting News
Recently, Tony Award-winning actor Cole Escola was also announced to join the series, taking on the role of Bon Clay, known as Mr. 2. As One Piece continues to expand its impressive cast, fans will likely see more exciting updates leading into the new seasons.
Maridueña’s casting as Ace marks a significant moment in the adaptation of One Piece, further bridging the gap between the beloved anime and its live-action counterpart. Fans are now left eager to see how he will portray this iconic character in the upcoming season.
