Pop Culture Shock: Catching Gold in the Star-Studded 'White Lotus' Season 3

Ready for a little nostalgia mixed with luxury? Season 3 of ‘The White Lotus’ has dropped, and the cast might just make you second guess that whole ‘who’s that?’ thing we all pretend not to do when we spot someone recognizable at a party. Forget your wizarding school, because Jason Isaacs, yes, the man you know as Lucius Malfoy, is now Timothy Ratliff, a wealthy businessman trading in cloaks for khakis and gasp a Southern drawl. Talk about an identity crisis, right?
Premiering on HBO February 16, this season takes us to the glitzy shores of Thailand, where Isaacs’ character is vacationing with his family, who may or may not be channeling their inner ‘Rich Kids Go Wild’ episode. Joining him is Parker Posey, our beloved scream queen from ‘Scream 3’ making her debut as his wife, Victoria. Rounding out this over-privileged crew are their three kiddos, played by Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sarah Catherine Hook, and Sam Nivola, yes, children of celebrity royalty, just in case you need that reminder of how not relatable they are.
The plot thickens with Posey sharing that working in Thailand was life-changing. She claims it felt like being on an artistic expedition with a motley crew of 11 actors. Well, if your idea of wild includes 30-dollar massages, make sure to book a flight to Thailand ASAP!
And now, for the biggest headline amid the rest of the A-listers: it’s none other than Lisa from K-pop sensation Blackpink! Known for being the fluttery-skirt queen of internet fame, Lisa takes a detour into the acting world because, duh, who wouldn’t want to be a part of such a highly-anticipated show? The moment she snagged that role, she was practically in happy shock! “I almost cried,” she said, reflecting on how she couldn’t even bring herself to tell her family she auditioned.
As we gear up for a season filled with dripping sarcasm, opulence, and just the right amount of absurdity, make sure to tune in to see how these pop culture icons handle their over-the-top shenanigans in the tropics. And let’s be real, who doesn’t love a peek into the lives of the fabulously wealthy, as we roll our eyes and sip our lattes from the comfort of our cozy Bay Area pads? Things are looking bright, sunny, and wildly entertaining! Get ready to catch all the juicy drama at The White Lotus.
AUTHOR: tgc
SOURCE: NBC Bay Area