Netflix Chooses Perfect Star for Mr. 2 in the Hit Series Third Season

The Secret Organization is set to exert significant influence in the forthcoming season on Netflix of One Piece, though the true confrontation won’t take place until the third season, and a beloved, fan-favorite member has just been cast.

The streaming service revealed this week that Cole Escola is now part of the One Piece cast for the third season and will portray Bon Clay. Bon Clay possesses the power to change into an perfect replica of anyone they’ve touched with their right hand. Escola, who is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, will depict a interpretation of that figure reimagined as gender non-binary, instead of as a drag artist, in the live-action series, as in the original manga and cartoon version.

The new cast member is joined by a number of fresh additions tasked with bringing the group to reality, including head the main antagonist, played by Joe Manganiello, Sophia Anne Caruso as a key member, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, who is also part of the ensemble as the ruler of Alabasta.

Even though this character is a important part of the group, the character will be introduced in One Piece the third season. Considering the next season set to cover the Little Garden storyline, this marks a notable change in the placement of their first appearance, one that could indicate further changes to the narrative framework.

Their mix of precise humor and profound feeling makes them a ideal selection for the character. In addition to their current animated role in the animated coming-of-age film Boys Go to Jupiter, they received high praise and several accolades for writing and starring in the hit comedy play Oh Mary!, showcasing the versatility they’ll bring to one of One Piece’s highly regarded roles.

The platform’s adapted One Piece program is due to premiere for its next installment on March 10th, 2026.