Jason Sudeikis addresses ‘very difficult’ phone calls to former Ted Lasso actors ahead of new season
The Independent • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The upcoming fourth season of Ted Lasso will focus on an all-female soccer team, marking a significant shift from the previous seasons centered on the fictional AFC Richmond men's team.
- Jason Sudeikis, the show’s star and co-creator, personally informed the original male cast members that their characters would not return, emphasizing his respect and connection with the actors.
- While lead actors like Sudeikis, Hannah Waddingham, Jeremy Swift, Juno Temple, and Brett Goldstein will return, some supporting actors' involvement remains uncertain, and Phil Dunster will be absent due to scheduling conflicts.
- The role of Henry, Ted Lasso’s son, has been recast with Grant Feely taking over the part for the new season.
- Season four’s official logline reveals Ted coaching a second division women’s football team, highlighting new challenges and opportunities for growth in the series.
