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The Secret Organization is set to play a huge role in the next installment of Netflix’s show of One Piece, though the real showdown won’t take place until season 3, and a beloved, audience-beloved member has now been chosen.

The platform declared Tuesday that Cole Escola is now part of the One Piece cast for the third season and will play Bon Clay. Bon Clay possesses the power to change into an exact copy of any individual they’ve touched with their dominant hand. The performer, who is gender non-conforming and uses they/them pronouns, will depict a interpretation of that figure reimagined as gender non-binary, as opposed to as a drag artist, in the live-action series, as in the original manga and anime.

Escola is joined by several other new cast members set to bring the group to the screen, including chief Sir Crocodile, played by the well-known actor, an emerging star as a key member, and Sendhil Ramamurthy, who is also part of the ensemble as the monarch of Alabasta.

Although this character is a important part of Baroque Works, the character will be introduced in One Piece the third season. With season 2 expected to adapt the Little Garden storyline, this signals a notable change in the timing of Bon Clay’s introduction, one that could suggest additional alterations to the plot development.

The actor’s combination of sharp comedic timing and emotional depth makes them a perfect fit for the role. In addition to their recent voice performance in the youth-focused cartoon movie Boys Go to Jupiter, they received high praise and several accolades for creating and performing in the hit comedy play Oh Mary!, showcasing the adaptability they’ll bring to one of One Piece’s most celebrated roles.

Netflix's live-action One Piece show is due to premiere for its season two on March 10, 2026.