Who stars in 'Sweet Magnolias' Season 3? Full cast list of the romance show

The Netflix show 'Sweet Magnolias' is based on the book series of the same name but it diverted from the novel's plot in Season 2
'Sweet Magnolias' Season 3 trailer dropped on June 30, 2023 (Netflix/YouTube)
'Sweet Magnolias' Season 3 trailer dropped on June 30, 2023 (Netflix/YouTube)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Our Magnolias are back with their little obsession with margaritas for the third season of 'Sweet Magnolias'. The peaceful town of Serenity will as usual be very happening and full of family drama as we see romantic relationships develop more in a new season. 

The series is based on the book series of the same name written by Sherryl Woods, who is writing for the series with showrunner Sheryl J Anderson. The plot of this season will be quite exciting as no one really knows if what happened in the books will be making a comeback after the major diversion seen in Season 2. Now, let's meet the cast of the third season of 'Sweet Magnolias'.

Joanna Garcia Swisher as Maddie Townsend

The main character, Maddie, will be back, once again played by Joanna García Swisher. She will tackle her past, present and future next to her two best friends. 

JoAnna Garcia Swisher attends Netflix's 'All Out: A Night of Pride' at Heart Weho on May 11, 2023 in West Hollywood, California.
Joanna García Swisher as Maddie Townsend in 'Sweet Magnolias' (Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

Heather Headley as Helen Decatur

The trusty lawyer and the problem solver of the town of Serenity, Heather Headley will be back as Helen Decatur. This season, she might give us the proper Magnolias wedding that we have all been waiting for.

Heather Headley attends New York City Center Spring Gala Encores! Into The Woods at New York City Center on May 04, 2022 in New York City.
Heather Headley as Helen Decatur in 'Sweet Magnolias' (Theo Wargo/Getty Images)

Brooke Elliott as Dana Sue Sullivan

The strict but loving Dana Sue Sullivan will be played by Brooke Elliott. The character will go through some major emotional turmoil related to her past lover and will have a lot of drama. 

Actress Brooke Elliott arrives at the
Brooke Elliott as Dana Sue Sullivan in 'Sweet Magnolias' (Alberto E Rodriguez/Getty Images)

Ella Grace Helton as Katie Townsend

A major recast this season is of Maddie's adorable daughter Katie who will now be played by Ella Grace Helton instead of Bianca Berry Tarantino. She is known for her role in the ABC show 'United We Fall'.

Ella Grace Helton as Katie Townsend in 'Sweet Magnolias' (United We Fall/ABC)
Ella Grace Helton as Katie Townsend in 'Sweet Magnolias' (United We Fall/ABC)

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