Jason Sudeikis says it was a ‘joy’ for former cast member’s real-life sister to join Ted Lasso
The Independent • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Jason Sudeikis expressed joy over Paloma Cinco, sister of Cristo Fernández (who plays Dani Rojas), joining the latest season of Ted Lasso as Dani’s on-screen sibling, Maria Rojas, an aspiring footballer.
- The new season centers on Ted Lasso coaching a women’s team, and the show aimed to reflect real-life relationships by casting actual partners and siblings, enhancing natural chemistry onscreen.
- Paloma Cinco and Cristo Fernández co-created the idea for Dani Rojas to have a sister, initially pitching a character named Daniela Rojas, who was envisioned as positive and charismatic like Dani.
- Cristo Fernández, known for his role as Dani Rojas, recently made a return to professional soccer, signing with El Paso after tryouts, having previously played youth soccer before injuries led him to acting.
- Fernández described football as a profound influence in his life, stating it has brought him both joy and sadness, which resonates with his famous catchphrase from the show: “Football is life.”
