The luxurious but often deadly world of “The White Lotus” is nearing its season three finale, and as usual, fans are intensely speculating about which guests or staff members might not make it to the credits. Set in Thailand this season, the show has already hinted at potential dangers and conflicts, leaving viewers to piece together clues about who could be in peril.
Secrets and Suspicions Grow
This season introduces a new set of complex characters with their own hidden agendas and vulnerabilities. Among the guests is Rick Hatchett, portrayed by Walton Goggins, who arrives with his younger girlfriend, Chelsea (Aimee Lou Wood). Rick is seemingly on a mission related to his father’s death, which he believes is connected to the family of the hotel owner, Sritala (Lek Patravadi). This quest for revenge could put him in dangerous situations.
Also staying at the resort are the Ratliff family: Timothy (Jason Isaacs), his wife Victoria (Parker Posey), and their children Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger) and Piper. Timothy is entangled in a money laundering scheme, which is causing him significant stress and leading to erratic behavior, including the potential theft of a gun. Victoria seems oblivious to her husband’s troubles, often taking lorazepam, which she also gives to Timothy, further clouding his judgment.
Adding to the intrigue is the return of Belinda (Natasha Rothwell) from the first season. Now a guest as part of a wellness program exchange, Belinda is also aware of some unsettling truths related to the events of the second season involving Tanya McQuoid‘s death and her husband Greg (Jon Gries), who also makes an appearance this season.
Foreshadowing and Fan Theories
The season premiere opened with a chaotic scene of gunfire, with Belinda‘s son Zion discovering a body near the resort. This flash-forward immediately established that at least one character would meet a violent end. The identity of this person has been the subject of much debate among viewers.
Several theories have emerged regarding who might die. Some speculate that Timothy Ratliff‘s precarious legal situation and access to a weapon make him a likely candidate. His suicidal thoughts, combined with his erratic behavior fueled by anxiety and medication, paint a grim picture. Others believe that Chelsea, who has already expressed a premonition about bad things happening in threes after a robbery and a snake bite, might be in danger.
“I have a bad feeling about this,” Chelsea said in a recent episode, hinting at potential future danger.
Belinda‘s knowledge of Greg‘s involvement in Tanya‘s death has also made her a target in some fan theories. Her son’s presence in the flash-forward scene discovering a body adds a layer of emotional weight to the possibility of her demise. Additionally, Rick‘s vengeful intentions and his confrontation with Sritala could lead to a deadly conflict involving him or others at the resort.
The possibility of an accidental death, similar to the previous seasons, has also been discussed. Some theories suggest that the stolen gun could fall into the wrong hands, perhaps even one of the monkeys roaming the resort, leading to an unintended tragedy. Gaitok (Tayme Thapthimthong), a security guard at the hotel, is also a point of speculation, especially if he tries to intervene in a dangerous situation.
Awaiting the Finale
With the finale drawing near, the tension is palpable. The intricate web of relationships, secrets, and potential threats woven throughout the season suggests that the ending will be dramatic and possibly heartbreaking. Whether it’s a planned act of violence, a tragic accident, or a consequence of someone’s past actions catching up to them, the identity of the deceased remains a closely guarded secret until the final episode airs on **Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 9:00 PM PST**.
