Percy Jackson and the Olympiansseason 2 has cast their Thalia, with a star from Netflix’sResident EvilTV show taking up the role in the book series adaptation.Percy Jacksonseason 1 endedwith the main characters safely leaving Camp Half-Blood and going their separate ways, intent on returning the year after for more quests and adventures together. Season 2 will be adapting the second book in the series,The Sea of Monsters, which includes the physical introduction of Thalia, a daughter of Zeus who was Annabeth (Leah Sava Jeffries) and Luke’s (Charlie Bushnell) friend.
The Hollywood Reporterconfirmed thatTamara Smart, best known for her role as young Jade Wesker inResident Evil, will be portraying ThaliainPercy Jackson, who was turned into a tree helping Annabeth and Luke arrive safely in Camp Half-Blood. She will have a recurring role in season 2, meaning it’s unclear for now how many episodes she’ll appear in. Series author Rick Riordan made a statement about Smart’s casting, explaining how he knew right away she would fit the character perfectly:
Thalia Grace is one of the most important characters in the Percy Jackson universe, so the right casting was critical. Thalia is a powerful warrior, a fiercely loyal friend, and a demigod rebel with a very ‘punk’/‘rage-against-the-machine’ sensibility. As soon as we saw Tamara Smart play this role, we knew we had found our daughter of Zeus. She was, no pun intended, electric.
Smart also spoke to joining the cast of the show, remembering her time with the late Lance Reddick onResident Evil. Given the late actor had portrayed Zeus in season 1, the newcomer hopes to keep his memory alive through her performance. Check out what Smart had to say below:
I’m so grateful and excited to be joining the cast ofPercy Jackson and the Olympians. It’s so close to my heart. Lance Reddick and I always spoke about working together again, so it’s that much more special and important to me to play his daughter once more as Thalia, and to keep his memory alive. I feel his presence all around me and strive to make him proud on this exciting journey.
What Tamara Smart As Thalia Means For Percy Jackson Season 2
She Might Be Saved From Her Fate
While best known for herrole inResident Evil, Smart is no stranger to fantasy series,having made her acting debut as Enid Nightshade in 2017’sThe Worst Witch. She also appeared in Paramount’s revival ofAre You Afraid of the Dark?as Midnight Society member Louise Fulci, and as Siobhan Klaxon in the Netflix stop-motion animated filmWendell & Wild. She’s also familiar with working on a Disney+ program, having played Juliet Butler in 2021’sArtemis Fowlmovie. These roles illustrate her diverse career and how well she can pull from her experience to bring Thalia to life.
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Characters from the rest of Percy Jackson and Rick Riordan’s other book series have yet to appear in the TV show and make the story even better.
Since her appearance inPercy Jacksonseason 2is going to be recurring,there’s a chance her major role will be during flashback sequences of Annabeth remembering her. It’s also possible she’ll be resurrected from her tree form, something that was briefly hinted at during season 1. However, given her role is seemingly going to be more than a one-time appearance, it appears Thalia will have a meaningful impact on the story, potentially having an even larger role than inThe Sea of Monstersbook.
Our Take On Smart Joining Percy Jackson Season 2 As Thalia
She Sounds Perfect For The New Role
Based on Riordan’s praise and Smart’s own excitement about joining the show, the new actor seems like the perfect fit for Thalia inPercy Jacksonseason 2. While it’s still unclear just how often she’ll show up, alongside how involved in the story she’ll be, her presence will be vital to the story as more books get adapted in the future. With the series currently in production, it seems more details about the extent of her role will be unveiled in the months to come.
Percy Jackson and the Olympiansseason 2 is expected to arrive on Disney+ in 2025.
Percy Jackson & the Olympians
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians follows the journey of Percy Jackson as he embarks on a perilous quest to return Zeus’s master bolt. Joined by friends Annabeth and Grover, Percy confronts mythical challenges, seeking to avert a divine war and discover his place in the world.
