Apple TV+’s historical comedy Dickinson has confirmed a third season and it is set to feature new faces to guest star alongside Hailee Steinfeld. The series follows the young poet Emily Dickinson (Steinfeld) through her coming-of-age story in 19th century Massachusetts as she works to solidify her voice during an era of major social change. Along her journey, Emily encounters a number of familiar historical figures, each played by a notable celebrity.
Dickinson’s third and final season takes place during the American Civil War, as Emily contends with her personal success as the country falls apart around her. Tension within her own family comes to a head as well, leaving Emily to fight a barrage of personal and national battles to survive. While the Alena Smith-created Apple TV+ show takes inspiration from the real poet’s work and life, it does so through a more modern sensibility to invite viewers closer to Emily’s rebellious point of view.
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The series will continue to expand Emily’s world by introducing other 19th century figures, as well as bringing back a few recurring favorites from the previous two seasons. Fans can still expect to see core cast members Jane Krakowski, Toby Huss, Adrian Blake Enscoe, Anna Baryshnikov, Ella Hunt, Chinaza Uche, and Amanda Warren alongside Steinfeld, who is now an executive producer for the series. Here are the actors making recurring and new appearances in Dickinson season 3.
Wiz Khalifa as "Death"
Rapper Wiz Khalifa is set to guest star once again as “Death,” who has previously been in three other episodes. His original appearance in Dickinson's cast of characters was a largely unexpected one, but his presence as the enigmatic “Death” left a powerful impression on viewers. The character takes its inspiration from Dickinson’s lyrical poem, “Because I could not stop for Death,” in which the speaker meets Death personified. Khalifa has made several small appearances on a variety of shows, but his most notable roles are Mr. Mitch in Duncanville and Devin in Mac & Devin Go to High School.
Zosia Mamet as Louisa May Alcott
Also making a returning appearance is actress and singer Zosia Mamet in her role as Louisa May Alcott. The Little Women book author and poet was last seen in episode 8 of season 1, “There's a certain Slant of light,” when she attends the Dickinson Christmas dinner and offers fiery advice to the young poet. Mamet was previously on the HBO series Girls, the animated series Star vs. the Forces of Evil, and the rom-com film The Kids Are All Right.
Ziwe Fumudoh as Sojourner Truth
Making her Dickinson debut is comedian, writer, and producer Ziwe Fumudoh as American abolitionist and women’s rights advocate Sojourner Truth. Fumudoh has had a long career in politically- and culturally-minded comedy. From her YouTube show Baited with Ziwe to her Instagram live shows to her Showtime variety show Ziwe, the comedian has quickly become known for her quick wit and biting commentary. Aside from the onscreen role, Fumudoh has joined the series as a writer, adding Dickinson alongside The Colbert Report and Desus and Mero to her list of contributed works.
Billy Eichner as Walt Whitman
Comedian and The Lion King actor Billy Eichner is slated to cameo as American poet and essayist Walt Whitman. Though controversial in his time, Whitman is one of the most influential poets in American literature, and is often toted as the “father of free verse.” Eichner was most recently in the 2019 remake of The Lion King as Timon, but had also voiced Mr. Ambrose in Bob’s Burgers, appeared as recurring character Craig Middlebrooks from Parks and Recreation, and created and starred in his original show, Billy on the Street.
Chloe Fineman as Sylvia Plath
Audiences will recognize Saturday Night Live featured player Chloe Fineman, who will appear in Dickinson season 3 as confessional poet and essayist Sylvia Plath. Plath is most known for her darker, personal poetry, and was a similarly rebellious poet from Emily’s time. Fineman is most currently known for her many impressions and roles on Saturday Night Live, and it's been suggested she might be moved up to a repertory player in SNL season 47's cast. She can also be seen in TV series’ Jane the Virgin, Search Party, and Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens. so there's plenty to watch after her appearance in Dickinson.