Patrick Schwarzenegger Shares Heartwarming Family Reaction To ‘The White Lotus’ Casting

February 18, 2025: Patrick Schwarzenegger, the son of renowned actor Arnold Schwarzenegger, recently shared a heartwarming moment with his family after revealing that he had been cast in the third season of the hit HBO series, The White Lotus. The third season, which is currently streaming, features Patrick in the role of Saxon Ratliff, and his performance has already garnered praise from fans and critics alike.

Taking to Instagram, Patrick shared an adorable video of his mother, Maria Shriver, and sister, Katherine Schwarzenegger, reacting to the big news. Initially, Patrick danced around the topic, hinting that it was something exciting but keeping the details under wraps. His mother, Maria, jokingly guessed that Patrick and his wife, Abby, were expecting a baby. She asked him to reveal the news while they sat together at an open restaurant.

As the video continued, Patrick shared the sweet moment of realizing that he had officially joined the cast of The White Lotus. His excitement quickly turned into an emotional moment as his family, including Katherine, expressed their happiness and pride. Patrick revealed that Maria and Katherine’s joy led him to tear up, creating a domino effect of emotions. He humorously noted that the emotional moment happened in a restaurant, with other diners around, adding a layer of authenticity and charm to the experience.

In his Instagram post, Patrick expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, writing that being part of the show was a “dream come true” for him, as his entire family were huge fans of the series. He added, “It was one of those dream-come-true moments for me. It’s a special moment when you get to celebrate with people you love.” Patrick also thanked the creators of The White Lotus, Mike White and David Bernad, as well as casting director Meridith Tucker, for believing in him and giving him the chance to be part of such an iconic show.

The actor, who also stars in Gen V, shared how thankful he was to work with such brilliant actors and actresses, calling it a “masterclass” in acting. He humbly mentioned that he was just a “small piece of the pie,” but was excited for fans to see the hard work that went into the show.

The White Lotus, which is directed by Mike White, continues to captivate audiences with its brilliant cast and intricate storytelling. Along with Patrick Schwarzenegger, the series stars Leslie Bibb, Carrie Coon, Walton Goggins, Sarah Catherine Hook, and Jason Isaacs, among others.