Jason Sudeikis and the Cast of 'Ted Lasso' Talk Season 3, the Character's Origin and Bad Fan Tattoos

To celebrate the release of season 3, the cast of 'Ted Lasso' sat down for a special panel discussion. They discuss what to expect from the new season, the evolution of characters like Ted, Jamie and Nate and how Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt created the character.
bit.ly/VarietySubscribe
/ variety
/ variety
/ variety

[@darlin5167]

What I love about the show is how it displayed mature emotional intelligence, personal integrity and accountability, owning up to one's failings and striving to do better. It was so refreshing in the face of so much negativity and poor behavior on the part of many people, fictional and nonfictional.

[@fridarey]

You're absolutely right. We needed a shout out for being a decent human. This show delivered and reminded us all what really matters in life.

[@DudeNamedAdi]

I like how brendan hunt helps finish jason's sentences just like on the show.

[@roxyd7127]

Ted Lasso is going to be one of those shows that I will watch 10 years down the line and be able to say “yep, still holds up!” It’s beautifully written and acted and has so many layers. I was SO hesitant to watch because I’m not a sports fan but this show is a amalgam of perfection #footballislife

[@tamartiger9055]

Totally agree. It is so good that I can watch it over and over again.

[@monadarsafar]

Absolutely 100% and yes, agree with all you said!

[@gcchair7634]

Me too

[@bexcpfc]

Even this 3rd season?

[@debphelan-devon7928]

I agree 100% Go Sports They are all fantastic

[@kev4366]

The first comedic drama I have ever seen that relied on communication to resolve conflict rather than generate it and did so without feeling preachy or contrived. Really beautiful writing, heart felt, real and bloody hilarious. Best of its kind ever made.

[@dreambeeyoga4186]

Ted Lasso is so much more than just a tv show! It is a whole new perspective on how we can choose to be in this world! 😍❤

[@PrincessMonkey]

I love how we don't have to be sports fans to love this show.

[@Ernie1978]

This cast is so bloody phenomenal, sadly, missing Juno Temple and Brett Goldstein!

[@Mesfizzy]

Nick Mohammed!

[@cdherrington88]

Well, Brett's not there for obvious reasons.. He is sadly missed

[@WhaleTart]

​@@cdherrington88 Please tell me why? It's not obvious to me so I must be missing something.

[@celeste-lq3gm]

@@WhaleTartit was a running joke in this video that brett was dead but he’s not

[@EricaGamet]

RIP Brett G

[@3t3rnalstudent]

Hannah is just beautiful inside and out. She is spot on. This is such a breath of fresh air. ALL of the things she said are true. Man, we need more of it too. 💕

[@ninababy8]

She is amazing.

[@AnthonyFister]

I’m just impressed that Cristo is wearing dress shoes!! :-)

[@inakale]

the best non toxic show on earth 💯💯💯

[@palloslevente]

Toxic shows are not good anyway

[@vernodemilo]

🇨🇦My daughter asked what all the fuss was about regarding Ted Lasso and I believe I went on for at least 30 minutes and still didn’t properly communicate what I wanted to. I said that the Ted Lasso character has a Will Rogers/Mark Twain vibe and he seems to withstand both successes and failures with the same relaxed attitude. Jason Sudeikis is brilliant and it’s obvious that all the other actors, along with the writers, producers and crew are as talented as anyone can be. Each episode is beautifully done and I’m looking forward to binge watching all the seasons again. The “fish out of water” theme is fascinating and anyone that finds the Brits as complex, loveable and hilarious as I do, can enjoy the never-ending life changes and apparently ever-changing lives of the characters. Each actor is believable and genuinely endearing in their own right. I’ve fallen madly in love with this television show and I’m hopeful that they’re able to keep it going for many seasons because each story arch for the characters is wonderful. I know that I’m not alone in wishing that all of these people were friends of mine. Perhaps that’s part of what’s best about Ted Lasso. It can make a person recognize many aspects of themselves. It’s like a most varied and extraordinary smorgasbord that is both satisfying and keeps you hungry for more.

[@1diagram]

I hadn't thought about how female characters are usually pitted against each other. Very insightful.

[@Sujowi]

How far this show has influence: last week in a cathedral choir rehearsal in New Zealand, two men ( bass and tenor) were observed letting loose with the Diamond Dogs howl!!!! No idea what the sharing had been about, .... possibly not about music? ....but the howl was recognised instantly! And I had to smile!

[@Belfastboi]

The care they take in writing this. It takes a long time to write and film and you can see the genuine love and level they all work at. Love them. Love the show so much ❤

[@alchase-iw8nb]

Just putting this out there Hannah Waddingham and Brett Goldstein, I would pay good money to see you sing Scenes From an Italian Restaurant together.

[@nicholasbique4361]

Thank you for putting this out into the universe, because YES

[@johnlombardo7816]

24:40. And that's part of the reason this is my favorite show ever!! Because the created the ultimate space for everyone to ultimately be themselves, but also portray their character how they think they should be at that moment ..magical ❤❤

[@rsbanaszak]

Yes! I have been saying over and over that this show is quite simply, magic.

[@GeeksofMucklebee]

As late comer to the Ted Lasso family and brand new fan….I love this show. I am a massive believer in acts of kindness. I will be buying my AFC Richmond shirt from the Warner Bros store and I am about to introduce my wife to the show…… (I binged the series whilst she binged The Morning Show)

[@h20s56]

Roy Kent is hands down my favorite character of all time.

[@projectmayhem2330]

Kent is second only to Ron Swanson for me

[@red_dog_5]

Phenomenal! Show I've never watched a show where I like every single character that's ever portrayed on the screen. You care about every one of them. Brilliant genius writing. Great acting great chemistry. Thank you.

[@tinahorner4423]

Except for Rupert...

[@heathermassie19]

@@tinahorner4423 the ONLY exception!

[@arthurmorgan8454]

I didn't really like nate the great aka wonderkid... mostly for his spitting thing and the way he left Richmond...damn dude tore the believe poster man 😅

[@TaniDeepavaliNawaz]

@@tinahorner4423 Rupert is just pathetic. Don’t hate him, but I pity him for being incapable of growth or integrity.

[@pgemperl]

Seriously want this show to continue!

[@PinkyGirlstyle23]

Yes!!!!!!!!

[@srswrldd]

Phil giving us the inside scoop on the Tartt-Grealish hairstyle 🙌

[@burcusahin2109]

I'm in love with this show and this cast but as much as I enjoy listening to Jason, I wish all the actors were equally included in the interview. Also, these are the questions (and the answers) we've heard before, the same questions are asked with different words each time... I wish more creative interviews were made.

[@RevCeleste]

I agree, not that impressed with her interviewing Style

[@Belfastboi]

Brilliant comment. So true.

[@voltairegirl2953]

I've seen other interviews, and it does seem like Jason loves the sound of his own voice just a bit too much. Of course his voice has created one of the best TV series I've ever seen. But I do wish he sould let other folks talk as he lets them in their acting roles.

[@utethornburg7715]

We have to have a Season 4!!!!!!!!! Missed Roy Kent. Love that growl 😅

[@user-dd8lc9eb2h]

I kept hearing about this show and would say "Yes, I will after I finish other shows. Last month, I decided to watch. I am hooked !! This show is amazing. The American and British humour brilliant!! I am rewatching the seasons now while I wait for a new weekly episode to drop!

[@Bellabob]

I was exactly the same, I have binged it and am up to date now! Can’t believe there is only one episode left!!

[@nancilane5069]

I also had been hearing about it since the very beginning but I didn't have access to Apple T.V. I've been staying with a friend and we binged all three seasons. As high as my expections were, I was still blown away. The writing (and some of the comedic seemingly throw away lines) is stellar!

[@barbaraenns9517]

So much to love about this show but off the top, it is such a positive view of MEN! After so long of ripping men apart, it’s so refreshing

[@suewalsh183]

I love these characters so much…. I get a huge kick out of Coach Beard. He has the most hilarious sense of humor and style.

[@PinkyGirlstyle23]

I literally have watched all 3 seasons repeatedly about four times. I love it so much I need spin-offs. With the trash that’s on air these days , the show is so well done and positive and racially diverse. I need more!!!!!

[@susanarthur4805]

Brava to the interviewer. She did a wonderful job!

[@bessmahaneypilates8638]

Janelle is the best🎉

[@emmarausch2958]

0:52 i love that you can see toheeb telling cristo that jason and brendan have known eachother as long as he’s been alive lmao

[@adab9959]

I never even heard of this show until I heard a KZbinr talk about it. This was just before the third season began. I LOVE this show!! So glad it was brought to my attention. This show is excellent👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@klm4446]

I love Hannah's laugh.

[@monah9995]

Why is Nick Mohammed never in the press interviews for this show? His performance is brilliant

[@reliablereindeer]

His wife just gave birth

[@monah9995]

Thank you! I feel he’s overlooked over the entire show series press but I appreciate the this info about this interview

[@charnelegomez]

Lol they don’t trust him with the spoilers… lord knows he already gave tooooo much away 😂

[@gogoubari1432]

He has his own series that he is the creator/showrunner and star of. I think many times he's prepping that show, then editing it when press rolls around.

[@danb4282]

I also adore him but he’s running his own show, about to tour and I believe has just had a 3rd baby so I’d imagine he’s slightly busy 😅

[@eilysian_]

30:25 ❤❤❤ so cool to hear these words, what a great ensemble

[@davidaloughman]

I really think that ending Ted Lasso at season 3 is a huge mistake this could be as great as only fools and horses This show is the best Tv series I’ve watched in years please keep going

[@MasatoKay]

Ted lasso is such a refresing original series in a sea of remakes, book adaptations, comic adaptations, and sequals.

[@Esterferreiradecastro]

The way that cristo fernandez really wanted to be a football player just makes “football is life” even greater

[@phox0999]

I saw the runtime and thought, I'll just watch a few minutes. Watched the whole thing.

[@pianonine]

It's like an expose of each their own lives that just needed to come together (written in the stars) to teach the world about the human condition. There is no other show that used this method (reality) to make a show about life and good people in it...! Bravo to all of you!

[@tyreebrownart]

I enjoyed this full conversation from all the cast even the interviewer. 🎉🎉

[@Bellavista9]

This has got to be the best thing I’ve seen on TV ever ❤

[@colleenminahan2478]

Favorite line and delivery… Harriet Walker, Rebecca’s mom in the funeral episode: “… and it’s good.”

[@redrobin7638]

cast is great and important to the popularity but this show just has so much heart!!!

[@droboogie2332]

One of the best series I have ever seen - incredible writing , acting

[@alvinasaad5558]

Ted Lasso is such a great show to watch perfect comedy timing of Jason Sudeikis , he's such a great football coach even though he don't have any knowledge of the game but still trys his level best . My favourite show to watch, great cast , great interview 😊

[@winepool]

Cristo fdz tiene una sonrisa muy linda ojalá consiga muchos papeles como actor es muy carismático

[@jackiemuller4926]

Omfg, how did I completely miss that Higgin’s was Spratt! 🤯

[@jennifermeyer704]

I know! Me too.

[@krisroth1612]

I did, too!

[@torip6872]

I literally forgot what Jason sudeikis’s real voice sounds like

[@venusvolante9322]

This sitcom Must get the Longest Running TV Show Award. GOAT for life 🐐🌱🌾

[@kenmcalpine2215]

Without a doubt, the best series I've ever watched. It's funny, it's real and it pulls at your heart-strings. Bravo Ted Lasso, Bravo.

[@sierrawhittemore3265]

Well now I want to see Hannah sing “Scenes from an Italian restaurant”

[@juliabrito2576]

It blows my mind when Jason and Brendan talks about the creative process. I wish i could stay inside their heads for a week just to see how it works

[@bessmahaneypilates8638]

Great interview! I love Janelle! She looks great ! I love this cast also ❤

[@blake46long]

Came here to praise the interviewer. Such a total pro: smart, prepared, obviously a huge fan but not a single softball question. Always trying to dig under the surface and get the cast to be surprised at their own answers sometime.

[@marthagarza777]

Best series on TV EVER!

[@jonlambert76]

The whole thing is great, and I thought season 3 was where they all really clicked. I had so many laugh out loud moments watching that season, which is in my opinion a testament to comedic timing and finding a groove.

[@adeolusunmade1359]

What a stylish cast!

[@wjcroft72]

So clear that they love each other. "It rubs off on you."

[@sunnylittletina]

I Love this show♥️ I Love this cast♥️ I really dig the interviewers dress👗♥️

[@lizfuller400]

Just briiliant. Great characters plus set in England, where we love football. Jason you are great. If anyone is interested, I was first introduced to it last year, when I was visiting my son and lovely daughter-in-law in Bali. Immediately was hooked. 🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🎆🎇

[@maureen669]

*sigh* now what do i do without Ted Lasso...💔✌️❤️

[@jomastin217]

I'm gonna watch it again.❤

[@lilbropeep]

Not Jason drinking Brendan’s water the entire time :’)

[@jasonteresi3519]

Oi! Good job, great show. Keep using Spotlight. Shout out to Brendan Hunt.

[@TheStringBreaker]

*We need a spin off with the same characters please!*

[@Saraheyp]

This is what my friend and I have been saying.

[@marisagolding3599]

I just love Hannah!

[@paulstorer3540]

I remember watching the very first episode of season 1 - thinking I’ll give it a go by the end of the drinking tea scene I’m English and hate tea too. I loved Fawlty Towers - watched when it was initially aired. That was about a man that cared but displayed it as comical anger. Ted Lasso is diametrically opposed to that but just as funny, well written. Ted is a troubled man but he has this poster with the word “Believe” at the front of his brain. It’s really cheesy but I love the idea of the poster “Believe” and have one on the wall behind my monitor. BTW on all my comments I mean the characters not the actors.

[@davidrivett7603]

The best series on TV I’ve ever watched. So sick of police murder dramas with drug and organised crime themes. Wake up TV producers let’s have more genuinely creative imaginative uplifting TV.

[@anthonyfowler8634]

Ted Lasso is a “Head Slap” to entertainment television in so many ways. Quality is attainable through conscious choice not the greenback!

[@rachaelgreer6813]

The Brett is Dead jokes slayed me!

[@enigmaren]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a cast interview where toxic masculinity is so noticeably absent. Not a single shred of it to be found on this stage. It’s refreshing.

[@jhamptonjr]

This is the first show since Parks and recreation to show women cooperating with each other and actually being friends.

[@ngee9701]

Janelle Riley - best interviewer ever. Lookin great as well

[@cliftondavis6192]

Mount up Diamond Dogs! Ruff Ruff

[@frankenviews4069]

If this is the end, for anybody who loved this show's mix of silly positivity, kindness and earnest heart, watch "Scrubs", "Shrinking" and "Cougar Town".

[@jackiejameson4172]

Lightening in a bottle, but I’m gonna miss them so bad!

[@danielgoldstein6818]

They should have been properly lav’d with audio isos/stems recorded so that levels can be evened out in post. But yay Ted Lasso!

[@variety]

We didn't have that option but I wish!!

[@baconbutty1131]

The character of Ted Lasso reminds me of Ned Flanders.

[@andreasboesch9922]

Same here, but thankfully, without the religious stuff.

[@eurouc]

Hannah is amazing!

[@t221000]

My favorite ❤️ show on tv 📺. ❤😊

[@johnlombardo7816]

Ever of everhood!!!

[@dariopedro8961]

Jason drinking from brendan's water bottle 😂

[@johannesmeier5550]

Futbol. Is Life.

[@debkendall]

brings some nice geniune kindess to life

[@johnlombardo7816]

30:28 ❤❤ amen to that as well! I agree I'm 3rd with two older sisters.. wouldn't have it any other way ❤❤

[@Movingmts111]

FOOTBALL IS LYYYFFFEE

[@kels4650md]

Brendan is hilarious lmao

[@ericedwards3055]

I'm going to miss this show. :( i just watched finale last night. I usually referee soccer but haven't since Covid. This has been a great filler. ❤⚽️

[@Cfrizbird]

It IS beautiful! And kind And refreshing And life affirming.😍

[@mossbased]

Jason was too much in this I was laughing so hard helpppp

[@ruhn4953]

let's gooooo💙

[@aspiderman888]

I wonder who the Oscar award winners are that were watching in the audience

[@dominiqueeden]

this was too short! I'm so sad!

[@nodirtyrockstar]

It would be nice if you credited the journalist who is interviewing them in the text credits.

[@Bailey2006a]

Great show with a beautiful narrative about human decency. BTW- the interviewer has lost a tremendous amount of weight. She looks terrific !

[@SeaSphynx]

Please tell me I’m not alone when I thought I saw Mario, Luigi (but blue), and Princess Peach in the thumbnail

[@athr3582]

Last summer I tried the iconic bushy moustache, and sadly the first thing my mom said was " Shave it "

[@gcchair7634]

😂

[@mmc7217]

Is it Beard or is it Jack Smith? “Who’s the President? Ted..no the Boss Ass Rebecca!” Hannah Waddingham rules!

[@mohamedalsaad3318]

I can't wait to see AFC in UCL

[@_laurentheeditor]

Who were the Oscar winners in the audience?

[@Blackpinkumdaleohwangie]

Yeeey for sambecca..🤗

[@mayavmarinho]

why did you cut so much of the panel? there are great things missing 😢

[@variety]

Were you at the event?

[@mayavmarinho]

@@variety some people who were there filmed it. they talked more about Hannah being on the show, and some other things. Wish we could watch it in good quality and not a bootleg.

[@rosemarywatson]

weird question... why do t they wear lavs?

[@25hrsAday8daysAweek]

Who were the Oscar winners in attendance??