Surprise! Ke Huy Quan Steals the Scene in The White Lotus—Even Without Being Seen!
Surprise, surprise! The one and only Ke Huy Quan made a sneaky cameo in the latest episode of HBO’s hit series *The White Lotus.* Even though he doesn’t grace the screen with his presence, his voice rang out loud and clear in Season 3, Episode 2, titled “Special Treatments.” The *Love Hurts* star is the latest surprise voice cameo, much like Laura Dern in Season 2. In this episode, his character, Kenny, delivers some seriously juicy intel to old friend Timothy Ratliff, played by Jason Isaacs. Turns out, their shady past and a million-dollar money laundering scheme are coming back to haunt them, with the FBI now involved. What a situation to find yourself in while on vacay in Thailand, right?
Speaking of *The White Lotus,* the show has become synonymous with unexpected appearances and dramatic twists. Ever since its debut in 2021, fans have been captivated by its blend of satire and a peek into the luxury lifestyle, while also serving up some serious plot twists like the one brewing for Timothy’s clueless family—his wife and kids are completely unaware of the storm about to hit their vacation bubble. This season has all the makings of another edge-of-your-seat storyline, especially if new characters continue to pop up, just like Quan, who only a year ago was winning all the accolades for *Everything Everywhere All At Once*.
It’s worth noting that Ke Huy Quan’s career is a comeback story in full blossom. After years of stepping away from acting to navigate behind-the-scenes roles due to the scarcity of opportunities for Asian actors, he’s recently returned to the spotlight and racked up an Academy Award and a Golden Globe. The guy is on fire! Not only has he returned to leading roles, but he’s also flexed his range with appearances in popular series like *Loki* and *American Born Chinese.*
As the season progresses, will he show up on screen? In the world of *The White Lotus,* anything is possible, especially when Thailand has a reputation for being a creative hideout for “losers back home.” Buckle up, folks; we’re in for a wild ride this season!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and Entertainment Weekly, Variety, Deadline
