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April 29, 2026
Laura Dern replaces Helena Bonham Carter in the 4th season of "The White Lotus"
The White Lotus has filled its unexpected vacancy, and series creator Mike White didn't have to look far for a replacement. Oscar winner Laura Dern, a longtime collaborator and friend of White's, has joined the fourth season of his HBO series set in France. She replaces Helena Bonham Carter, who departed last week.
TL;DR
- Laura Dern has joined the cast of "The White Lotus" season 4, replacing Helena Bonham Carter.
- Dern will play a new character written specifically for her by series creator Mike White.
- The fourth season is set in France, focusing on the White Lotus hotel during the Cannes Film Festival.
- This collaboration marks a reunion for Dern and White, who have previously worked together on "Year of the Dog" and "Enlightened."
- Filming is underway on the French Riviera, with locations including Cannes, Saint-Tropez, and Monaco.
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