Sheryl Lee of Abbott Elementary Ralph Confirms Season 3 of The White Lotus

The White Lotus is next for Sheryl Lee Ralph.

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At Sunday night's Critics Choice Awards, E! News asked Abbott Elementary star Jennifer Coolidge, 66, if she would appear in the show's third season.

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Ralph, who plays kindergarten teacher Barbara Howard on Abbott Elementary, also liked Coolidge's idea if her costar and show's creator agreed.

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After three episodes, The White Lotus was renewed for a third season, sparking speculation about plot points and returning characters.

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Vacation-based hit creator Mike White also confirmed a third instalment.

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The Emmy-winning anthology series has featured new guests at a different White Lotus resort each season.

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Coolidge won the 2022 Emmy, 2023 Golden Globe, and 2023 Critics Choice Awards for her portrayal of Tanya.

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