Ted Lasso is returning for a brand new season – but one character will be played by a new actor.
The wholesome hit Apple TV+ series stars Jason Sudeikis as an American football coach hired to manage a flailing football team in Richmond, London.
Earlier this month, it was announced that Ted Lasso has been formally renewed for a fresh batch of episodes following what was thought to be the show's concluding third season.
Although it remains unclear who precisely will come back, we do know that Ted’s son Henry will make an appearance. The part, which was initially portrayed by Gus Turner, is now being recast.
Deadline Reports indicate that efforts are currently under way to find a fresh young performer to assume the part of Henry.
In the initial three seasons, Turner was predominantly visible via FaceTime video calls with his father, who had relocated to the UK, as he and his mother Michelle (played by Andrea Anders) stayed in Kansas.
The third-season conclusion saw Henry enthusiastically greeting his father as Ted decided to leave Richmond and head back to the United States.
As stated in the publication, the upcoming series will be Ted Lasso will start where season three concluded, with the initial episode being filmed in Kansas – where the newly casted actor portraying Henry might have the chance to demonstrate his football skills.
It is thought that the change in casting for Henry is necessary because of an essential requirement for football skills. The new actor taking over as Ted’s son needs to be proficient on the football pitch.
Deadline Reports indicate that Henry received an invitation to audition with the aim of retaining his part in the show.
Sources indicate that Juno Temple, who portrays former glamour model and business owner Keeley Jones, is currently in talks to sign up alongside other confirmed cast members Sudeikis, Waddingham, Goldstein, and Jeremy Swift (who plays Leslie), all of whom secured their roles for the upcoming season way back in August.
A release date for season four has not been announced yet, with Sudeikais—who also serves as an executive producer—recently stating that they are presently in the writers' room.
In the third-season conclusion, Ted returned to his home in America to address some personal matters there, whereas Roy Kent ( Goldstein ) took over as an assistant coach along with coach Beard (Brendan Hunt).
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