'All American' Actor Elvis Nolasco Shares Statement After Fans Noticed His Role Was Recast

What happened to Layla's dad in 'All American'? Fans noticed that the character was recast in Season 3 of The CW series. Here's what to know. When fans of All American were first introduced to Layla, the rich popular teen seemed like she had it all. However, fans later found out that the high school

What came about to Layla's dad in 'All American'? Fans noticed that the character was recast in Season 3 of The CW collection. Here's what to know.

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When fans of All American have been first presented to Layla, the wealthy widespread youngster gave the impression of she had it all. However, fans later came upon that the high school "it girl" was struggling with despair and had attempted suicide several instances. 

Layla's mother unfortunately died in a automobile coincidence and her father have been absent from her life, residing in New York with his young female friend. Though there was so much to unpack in Season 3, Episode 7, fans right away noticed one thing different about Layla's dad, JP Keating. Keep reading to determine more!

What came about to Layla's dad in 'All American'? Details on why the role was recast.

Audiences were first presented to JP in Season 1 of All American. Layla's estranged father, who is performed via actor Elvis Nolasco, became a extra permanent fixture in her lifestyles after finding out that she attempted suicide on the location that her mom died. 

During the bombshell episode, audience noticed that Layla's dad seemed a bit different. Yes, The CW collection recast the role of JP.

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"So y’all just gonna switch Layla dad and think we not gonna notice? ... oh OK #AllAmerican #AllAmericanCW," one fan wrote. Another viewer tweeted, "Who the HELL is that cause it’s not Layla’s dad!?? #AllAmerican."

This particular person commented, "They recast Layla’s dad. But I appreciate that instead of just killing off characters. #AllAmerican." 

Another fan made a Fresh Prince of Bel-Air reference, commenting, "Lmfao they Aunt Viv'd Layla's dad #AllAmerican."

So, why was the All American actor recast? According to several shops, Elvis was unable to go back and forth amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic (also known as COVID-19). Elvis also tweeted a statement on March 2, writing, "Many [are] asking what happened 2 EN As JP Keating in All American S3? Due 2 Covid restrictions and travel guidelines, I was not able to join All American fam this S3. Sending +vibes 2 Ray Campbell. Appreciate you all. Miss @CWAllAmerican and hope 2 join them in the near future." 

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For Season 3, JP is now performed through longtime actor Ray Campbell. According to his IMDb page, Ray is known for his roles in Better Call Saul, How to Get Away With Murder, and The Shield. 

Was The CW drama 'All American' canceled? Here's what to know!

Though COVID-19 not on time Season 3 of All American, fans have been wondering if the YA collection have been greenlit for another season. In February 2021, the network in spite of everything announced that the football drama had formally been renewed for Season 4

Yes, all the drama will continue! 

While storylines have now not yet been revealed for the next installment, we will predict that it will most likely see the solid coping with dating drama, senior year struggles, and making plans for his or her futures. 

Watch All American on Mondays at Eight p.m. ET on The CW.

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