Apple TV+ has locked in a stellar addition for the upcoming Season 3 of Foundation with the inclusion of Academy Award-winning actor Troy Kotsur. Known for his outstanding performance in CODA, distributed by Apple TV+, Kotsur is set to make a remarkable return to the streaming platform.
In the sci-fi epic Foundation, Kotsur will take on the role of Preem Palver, described as “the leader of a planet of psychics.” This announcement has ignited excitement among fans of the series, where Kotsur will join the ensemble alongside returning leads Lee Pace and Jared Harris.
Kotsur’s Academy Award win for best supporting actor for his role in CODA has solidified his status as a remarkable talent. Notably, he is the second deaf actor in history to secure this prestigious accolade, following in the footsteps of his CODA co-star Marlee Matlin, who won the best actress Oscar in 1987.
The versatile actor has left his mark in various productions, including a notable appearance as himself in the final season of Curb Your Enthusiasm and a role in Season 1 of The Mandalorian. Kotsur’s impressive portfolio also includes contributions to shows like Criminal Minds, Scrubs, and CSI: New York.
With a compelling lineup of talent and a gripping storyline, Foundation debuted on Apple TV+ in 2021, captivating audiences with its adaptation of Isaac Asimov’s acclaimed Foundation stories. The second season, which aired in 2023, delved deeper into the unraveling Cleons, a vengeful queen’s sinister plot, and the emergence of a colony of Mentalics with psionic abilities.
Season 3 promises to continue this captivating narrative, exploring the Foundation’s religious phase and inciting the Second Crisis: war with the Empire. David S. Goyer leads the production as showrunner and executive producer, supported by an esteemed team including Jane Espenson, Leigh Dana Jackson, Roxann Dawson, and others.
Troy Kotsur’s addition to the cast enhances the anticipation for Foundation Season 3, assuring viewers of a captivating and high-caliber performance in the evolving saga.
