Xolo Maridueña Joins One Piece Season 3 – Netflix officially confirmed that Blue Beetle star Xolo Maridueña has been cast as Portgas D. Ace, one of the most beloved and tragic characters in One Piece.
Cole Escola as Bon Clay – Alongside Maridueña, actor Cole Escola has been cast as Bon Clay, adding to the anticipation for the live-action show’s upcoming season.
Filming in Cape Town – One Piece Season 3 will begin production later this year in Cape Town, South Africa, the same location used for the first two seasons.
Storyline Focus – Season 3 is expected to explore Ace’s journey and the Marineford saga, one of the most emotional arcs in Eiichiro Oda’s original manga.
Xolo’s Rising Career – This role marks another major milestone for Maridueña, who previously starred as Miguel Diaz in Cobra Kai and became the first Latino superhero to lead a live-action DC film with Blue Beetle.