Sam Rockwell's "White Lotus" casting was last-minute

Leslie Bibb spoke about her partner Sam Rockwell's surprise role in the show "White Lotus." She revealed that Rockwell was cast just two weeks before filming started. Bibb communicated this last-minute decision to the show's creator, Mike White. She jokingly told him not to get mad if Rockwell chose not to take the role. Bibb described keeping Rockwell’s casting a secret as a stressful experience. She had to avoid revealing any spoilers. Rockwell’s character, Frank, delivers a challenging monologue about his life experiences in Thailand. Bibb appreciated the script and felt it captured the essence of what White wanted to express in the show. Her character, Kate, goes on vacation with friends, and Bibb explained that the themes in Frank’s monologue address real-life struggles. She noted that if Kate’s friends were open about their issues, they wouldn’t gossip as much. Rockwell's role adds depth to the show’s exploration of vulnerability and honesty. New episodes air on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on Max.