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'Ginny & Georgia': A look at the Season 3 cast and what to remember from Season 2

'Ginny & Georgia': A look at the Season 3 cast and what to remember from Season 2

USA Today05-06-2025
'Ginny & Georgia': A look at the Season 3 cast and what to remember from Season 2
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Buckle up, buttercup, and start perfecting that Southern accent. The madness of Netflix's 'Ginny & Georgia' has returned for its third season, and viewers will see how manipulative matriarch Georgia Miller (Brianne Howey) handles her arrest.
In the January 2023 Season 2 finale, it appeared that Georgia might've found her happy ending. She'd married an enamored mayor (Scott Porter) who could provide emotional and financial security. But as she danced with her groom at their wedding reception, she considered the worry that accompanies joy: 'Happiness is the scariest thing to be,' she thought. 'Once you're happy, you have so much more to lose.'
Enter the police to apprehend Georgia for the murder of Cynthia Fuller's (Sabrina Grdevich) comatose husband Tom (Vincent Legault). Georgia thought placing a pillow over Tom's face would end his family's suffering, but it might just be the start of hers.
Before beginning the new 10 episodes for Season 3, familiarize yourself with the series' beloved characters.
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Brianne Howey as Georgia Miller
Georgia is the resourceful mom stops at nothing – not even the law – to create the best possible life for her two children, Ginny and Austin. 'We may not have had a traditional childhood,' Ginny says in the finale, 'but my mom's love was our white-picket fence, our safety net. She's a force.'
To protect her brood, Georgia has killed two husbands and framed Austin's abusive dad for embezzlement.
Who is Brianne Howey? Fans of 'Ginny & Georgia' may be surprised to learn that Howey was born in 1989 outside of Los Angeles and speaks with a Southern accent only for the role. Howey, who studied acting at NYU, has appeared in Fox series 'The Exorcist' and 'The Passage.' She also played Amy Schumer's pregnant friend in Netflix's comedy 'Kinda Pregnant,' released in February 2025.
Nikki Roumel as young Georgia Miller
Roumel portrays Georgia in flashbacks, showing how much she sacrificed, swindled and stole to provide for Ginny and Austin.
Who is Nikki Roumel? Roumel, 25, is a Canadian actress who also guest-starred in ABC and Netflix's 2016-19 series 'Designated Survivor," starring Kiefer Sutherland.
Antonia Gentry as Ginny Miller
Ginny is an artful soul who has internalized the chaos of her upbringing as the child of a loving, but lawless mother. Ginny is also head over boots for her neighbor, Marcus.
Who is Antonia Gentry? Ginny is the first big role for the Atlanta-born Gentry, 27, who appeared in Netflix's feature 'Candy Jar' and series 'Raising Dion.'
Diesel La Torraca as Austin Miller
Austin is the son of Georgia and the recently freed from prison Gil (Aaron Ashmore). Austin shot his dad to protect Georgia and witnessed his mom suffocate Tom.
Who is Diesel La Torraca? The Australian actor, who turned 14 in March, also counts NBC's 'La Brea' and the short film 'Sweet Tooth' among his credits.
The men in Georgia's life: Nathan Mitchell as Zion Miller
Zion is the handsome photographer hoping to make up for lost time with his daughter Ginny, as advancing his career and a split with Georgia kept them apart.
Who is Nathan Mitchell? You might've seen Mitchell, 36, as Black Noir in Amazon Prime's superhero series 'The Boys."
Scott Porter as Mayor Paul Randolph
Paul is the ambitious public servant who comes from money and fell in love with Georgia.
Who is Scott Porter? Porter, 45, got his TV start on the CBS soap 'As the World Turns' in 2006, and continued to consistently find work on series like NBC's 'Friday Night Lights,' CBS' 'The Good Wife' and CW's 'Hart of Dixie.'
Raymond Ablack as Joe
Joe is the attractive and kind owner of Wellsbury's eatery the Blue Farm Café, where Ginny works. Joe has feelings for Georgia but swallows them for her happiness.
Who is Raymond Ablack? Ablack, 35, played Sav Bhandari on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation.' He also appeared in Netflix's series 'Narcos' and 'Maid,' starring Margaret Qualley.
The Millers' neighbors, the Bakers: Jennifer Robertson as Ellen Baker
Ellen is a friend to Georgia and mother of twins Marcus and Maxine.
Who is Jennifer Robertson? Vancouver-born Robertson, 53, is perhaps best known as Roland Schitt's wife Jocelyn on 'Schitt's Creek.' She's also hosted the reality program 'The Great Canadian Pottery Throw Down,' executive produced by Seth Rogen.
Felix Mallard as Marcus Baker
Marcus struggles with his mental health and finding where he fits in. But he shares an undeniable connection with Ginny.
Who is Felix Mallard? Australian actor Mallard, 27, had a recurring role on the long-running Aussie soap 'Neighbours,' in addition to playing a rock star who seeks refuge at his accountant's house in CBS' short-lived 'Happy Together.'
Sara Waisglass as Maxine Baker
The theater enthusiast with a flair for drama.
Who is Sara Waisglass? Waisglass, 26, is another 'Degrassi' alum. She played Frankie Hollingsworth on 'Degrassi: The Next Generation' and 'Degrassi: Next Class.' The Canadian actress also appeared in two episodes of USA Network's 'Suits.'
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