Los Angeles, CA – A lead star from the Netflix series “Wednesday” has been removed from the show’s upcoming second season due to allegations of sexual misconduct. Percy Hynes White, who portrayed psychic student Xavier Thorpe in the first season, will not be returning for the new season.
The decision to drop Hynes White from the cast comes after a series of now-deleted tweets accused the actor of engaging in inappropriate behavior with multiple women. Despite denying the allegations and describing them as part of a “campaign of misinformation,” the actor faced pressure from fans of the show to be removed.
Alongside the departure of Hynes White, Jamie McShane and Naomi J Ogawa will also not be reprising their roles in the new season. However, Jenna Ortega is set to return as the title character, with new cast members including Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzman, Billie Piper, and others joining the ensemble.
The second season of “Wednesday” has already commenced filming, with the cast list being announced recently. Despite the absence of Hynes White, the show continues to attract attention with a diverse array of guest stars, including Christopher Lloyd, Haley Joel Osment, Joanna Lumley, and others.
It remains uncertain whether Hynes White’s role will be recast or if another actor will take on the character. The decision to remove him from the show reflects the growing significance of addressing allegations of misconduct in the entertainment industry.
In response to the accusations against him, Hynes White took to Instagram to express his denial of the claims and the impact they have had on his personal life. The situation highlights the complexities and challenges faced by individuals accused of misconduct in the public eye.