The Gilded Age season four is back with an all-new episode tonight (November 8), and we’re here with a cast refresher!
Tonight’s episode will see the Bertha and George reunion, and much more.
Here’s the official season four synopsis: “Bertha Russell changed Society at a cost. Now, her family must reckon with the consequences as Agnes van Rhijn seizes an opportunity to regain her position. Meanwhile, Marian forges a new path for herself and Peggy works to be accepted by her future in-laws. In this new era, you must be careful what you wish for.”
So…which cast members are confirmed to return for season four, and who is exiting the show?
Morgan Spector as George Russell – Confirmed to Return
Morgan Spector‘s George Russell was shot in the penultimate episode of season three. Fans were extremely concerned about if the character would live or die.
Carrie Coon as Bertha Russell – Confirmed to Return
There’s no Gilded Age without Carrie Coon‘s Bertha Russell.
Carrie is confirmed to return for season four the HBO hit.
Click “next” to see the cast shakeup for season four of The Gilded Age…
Who is returning for The Gilded Age season four?
Christine Baranski as Agnes Van Rhijn – Confirmed to Return
Christine Baranski will be back as Agnes Van Rhijn in season four, especially with her newfound work with the Heritage Foundation!
Cynthia Nixon as Ada Brook – Confirmed to Return!
Cynthia Nixon will be back as Ada Brook (aka Ada Forte).
Blake Ritson as Oscar van Rhijn – Confirmed to Return
Blake Ritson‘s Oscar van Rhijn had an emotional third season.
After ending season two losing all of his family’s fortune, he kicked off the season at a low point.
Things got even lower when John Adams died, and he could not properly mourn his love.
The season ended with him reuniting with Mrs. Winterton.
Kelley Curran as Mrs. Winterton – Upped to Series Regular!
Kelley Curran‘s Mrs. Winterton is one of the antagonists to Mrs. Russell, but scoring an invite to the end of season Newport ball seems like a great step towards having her back in a more regular fashion!
After Oscar’s invitation to be a married couple, she’ll now be a series regular in season four!
Keep reading to see who else is confirmed to return for season four of The Gilded Age…
Who else is returning for The Gilded Age season four?
Louisa Jacobson as Marian Brook – Confirmed to Return
Louisa Jacobson will be back as Miss Brook. Marian had quite the up-and-down season.
Fans were thrilled to see her become engaged to Larry Russell after courting for quite a while.
However, Marian suddenly ended their engagement after a tumultuous revelation about Larry’s whereabouts caused her to no longer trust him. They ended the season in a better place, so fans are hoping a wedding will happen!
Harry Richardson as Larry Russell – Confirmed to Return
Harry Richardson‘s Larry Russell is expected to return for season four, where his relationship with Miss Marian Brook should be a focal point.
Fans have been embroiled in a “will they/won’t they” after Marian ended their romance abruptly while he was out west.
Taissa Farmiga as Miss Gladys Russell – Confirmed to Return!
Taissa Farmiga‘s Miss Gladys Russell became the Duchess of Buckingham during season three. She had some major moments throughout season three, including getting married basically against her will, learning how to one-up the Duke’s sister Sarah, and finally, seeing sparks with the Duke.
With her pregnancy, it looks like there may even be a new addition to the Russell family!
Ben Lamb as Hector, Duke of Buckingham – Confirmed to Return
Ben Lamb was seen in a video promoting season four, confirming he’ll be back.
Keep reading to see who else is confirmed to return for The Gilded Age season four…
Other stars who are confirmed to return for The Gilded Age season four…
Denée Benton as Peggy Scott – Confirmed to Return
Denée Benton will be back as Peggy Scott in season 4.
In season three, she met Dr. Kirkland and struck up an amazing rapport. However, his mother’s reveal about her life prior to moving to NYC impacted their romance.
And at the end of season three, she gets engaged to Dr. Kirkland!
Jordan Donica as Dr. William Kirkland – Upped to Series Regular!
Tony nominee Jordan Donica joined season three as Dr. William Kirland, described as “a kind, handsome, doctor from the prominent Kirkland family who isn’t as narrow minded as the older members of his elite social circle. He was inspired to help others by becoming a doctor after visiting Arthur Scott’s (John Douglas Thompson) pharmacy as a boy.”
With everything going on between him and Peggy, we expect him to be back in season four, and hope to see their wedding!
Audra McDonald as Dorothy Scott – Confirmed to Return
Audra McDonald will return for the fourth season.
She was in multiple episodes in season three as Peggy’s mom, and with everything that’s happening with Peggy, we’re not surprised to see her back.
Phylicia Rashad – Returning!
Phylicia Rashad is confirmed to return as Mrs. Elizabeth Kirkland for the show’s fourth season.
Keep reading to see who else is confirmed to return for season four of The Gilded Age…
More cast members have been confirmed to star in The Gilded Age season 4
Ben Ahlers as Jack Treacher – Confirmed to Return
Ben Ahlers plays the newly wealthy Jack Treacher in the series.
He has been seen in images on the set, confirming he’ll be back for season four.
Kelli O’Hara as Aurora Fane – Confirmed to Return
Kelli O’Hara posted photos of herself from the set of season four, all but confirming she’ll be returning as Aurora.
Donna Murphy as Mrs. Astor – Confirmed to Return
Donna Murphy shared an Instagram photo of her on the set of The Gilded Age season four.
She captioned the photo, “Last day of work for me on Season 4 @gildedagehbo ; at Mrs. Astor’s house.”
Ashlie Atkinson as Mamie Fish – Upped to Series Regular!
Ashlie Atkinson has been promoted from recurring to series regular for the show’s fourth season.
She plays socialite Mamie Fish.
Kristine Nielsen and Taylor Richardson – Returning!
Kristine Nielsen and Taylor Richardson will both be back as Mrs. Bauer and Bridget.
Keep reading to see who is likely exiting The Gilded Age ahead of season four…
Who is exiting The Gilded Age ahead of season four?
Sullivan Jones as T. Thomas Fortune – Exiting
Thomas Fortune romantically interested in Peggy Scott (Denée Benton), despite being married. He ended up getting into a fistfight with Peggy’s future husband Dr. William Kirkland (Jordan Donica).
He will reportedly not be back.
Patrick Page as Richard Clay – Exiting
In the show’s third season, Richard Clay was fired by George (Morgan Specter) after he was unable to close a major deal and he aligned himself with a rival to get revenge on his former boss. He was even a suspect in George’s shooting.
He will reportedly not be back.
Nathan Lane as Ward McAllister – Seemingly Exiting!
Nathan Lane‘s Ward McAllister ended season three being told he would not be invited to Bertha’s end of season ball.
Unfortunately, after publishing his gossipy book, it looks like he may not have a huge role going forward!
Deadline notes, “viewers have probably seen the last of Ward McAllister.”
Nicole Brydon Bloom as Maud Beaton – Seemingly Exiting
Actress Nicole Brydon Bloom made a surprise appearance in season three after stealing Oscar’s money in season two. He put her on a train back to her hometown at the end of the season, and she seemed to confirm this wrapped her time on the show.
“The goddess of timing once found us beguiling… but now… I’m off to Sandusky. Thank you @gildedagehbo and to my sweet Oscar. Blake, you are a treasure! Xx,” Nicole posted on Instagram.
Claybourne Elder as John Adams – Exiting
Claybourne Elder‘s John Adams died in season three.
On Instagram, Claybourne wrote, “I’ll miss John Adams. Getting to play this quietly complex man who was trying to carve out a space for love and dignity in a world that offered very little of either—was a gift. As a gay actor, I never take for granted the chance to play queer characters with nuance and humanity, especially in stories set in times that tried so hard to erase us. I loved John. I’ll miss him. Thank you to the whole team for letting me be a small part of such a big, beautiful world. And to those of you who’ve rooted for John: thank you. He tried his best. He really did.”
Rachel Pickup as Miss Andre – Seemingly Exiting
Rachel Pickup portrayed Bertha Russell’s maid Miss Andre, but it was discovered that she was selling Russell family secrets to the press.
When she was found out, she was fired from the household and left. It seems that this storyline has wrapped up and we aren’t sure if we’ll be seeing her again…but it appears as if she could be exiting for good.
Keep reading to see who has joined the cast for The Gilded Age season four…
Meet the New Cast Members for The Gilded Age season 4, plus who they’re playing…
Dennis Haysbert – NEW CAST MEMBER
Dennis Haysbert will play “Dr. Reginald Harris, William Kirkland’s mentor, who visits New York to fundraise for the Freedman’s Hospital in Washington DC and makes a surprising connection.”
He is best known for playing President David Palmer on 24.
Taylor Trensch – NEW CAST MEMBER
Taylor Trensch will play “Oliver, a new addition to the van Rhijn household.”
He is a Tony-nominated actor best known for his work in musicals like Dear Evan Hansen, Hello Dolly, Camelot, and Floyd Collins.
James Scully – NEW CAST MEMBER
James Scully will star as “Lee Klein, an artist who sells his first painting at an unforgettable Society event, and an apprentice to the famed artist William Merritt Chase.”
He is best known for his performances in the Hulu movie Fire Island and the original cast of the Broadway play Oh, Mary.
Bonnie Milligan – NEW CAST MEMBER
Bonnie Milligan joins the cast as “Mrs. Knapp Curtis, the trailblazing editor of the popular periodical The Ladies’ Home Journal.”
She is best known for her Tony-winning performance in the Broadway musical Kimberly Akimbo.
Neal Huff – NEW CAST MEMBER
Neal Huff will be playing “John D. Rockefeller, the famed businessman and oil tycoon. A thin, self-made man of humble origins, now one of the richest and most powerful in the world. A devout Baptist and philanthropist, he does not always see eye to eye with his fellow robber barons.”
You might recognize him from TV shows like Mare of Easttown and The Sinner.
Maggie Kuntz – NEW CAST MEMBER
Maggie Kuntz is joining the cast as “Fiona Summers, cousin to the prominent Astors, Fiona is a free-spirited young woman from a good family who is not afraid to explore the limits of convention.”
She is best known for her work in the Broadway play John Proctor is the Villain.
Four Guest Stars Revealed
Jim Gaffigan will play Grover Cleveland, the 22nd President of the United States, who comes to New York to curry favor with the elite class.
Dallas Roberts joins as Daniel Manning, a seasoned politician and Secretary of the Treasury under President Grover Cleveland.
Elizabeth Marvel joins as Nurse Virginia Saville, a kind nurse who works at the Neighborhood Settlement House in the Lower East Side.
Andrew Burnap joins as Porter, a young gentleman of Society with an Ivy League education and money to invest in exciting new ventures.
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