Sharon Stone makes her “Euphoria” debut in the clip, which teases a bloody storyline with Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, and Hunter Schafer.

Explosive* Euphoria* season 3 preview reveals Eric Dane’s return in final TV role before his death

Sharon Stone makes her "Euphoria" debut in the clip, which teases a bloody storyline with Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Jacob Elordi, and Hunter Schafer.

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Eric Dane, Zendaya, Sharon Stone in 'Euphoria' season 3. Credit:

HBO has released the first footage of returning *Euphoria* star Eric Dane's final TV role before the actor's death.

After the *Grey's Anatomy *alum died Feb. 19 at age 53 following complications from his ALS diagnosis years prior, the network unveiled Monday an extended season 3 preview for the Zendaya-fronted drama series, which includes a sneak peek at Dane's last television performance.

Near the end of the trailer (below), Dane briefly appears in front of Hunter Schafer's Jules, a transgender former high school student who, after the five-year time jump from the season 2 finale, has grown up. Her character was previously engaged in an affair with Dane's Cal Jacobs.

Zendaya returns as Rue in 'Euphoria' season 3.

"Remember me?" Jules asks Cal, who replies, "How could I forget?"

The rest of the returning *Euphoria* cast also makes appearances in the trailer, including Alexa Demie's Maddy Perez and Sydney Sweeney's Cassie Howard, who appear to have reconciled after the volatile season 2 finale.

Rue (Zendaya) also finds herself in a precarious situation in Mexico, which also apparently grows to involve Colman Domingo's returning Ali, all while Lexi (Maude Apatow) works as an assistant to a powerful TV showrunner played by Sharon Stone, who makes her *Euphoria* debut in season 3.

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Dane reprised the role of Cal as a main cast member on season 3, with the actor revealing in 2025 that he filmed most of his scenes quickly, all while battling ALS.

"I shot one day. I can tell you that we are in production," Dane told *Extra* in 2025. "That's all I know!"

When asked if fans will be satisfied with the long-delayed third season, Dane said, "Yes, absolutely. I think there's still an appetite for that show out there. I think we'll be alright."**

In another interview with *Access Hollywood*, Dane said at the time that it felt "great to be back" on set after a break between the popular Sam Levinson-created series' seasons. "I can assure you that we are in production and we are shooting a really great TV show," he said.

Following Dane's death, HBO released a statement honoring the popular actor: "We are deeply saddened by the news of Eric Dane’s passing. He was incredibly talented and HBO was fortunate to have worked with him on three seasons of *Euphoria,*" the network wrote in a social media tribute. "Our thoughts are with his loved ones during this difficult time."

Zendaya as Rue in 'Euphoria' season 3.

While most of the main cast returned for season 3, Emmy-winning composer Labrinth will not be back for season 3. The recording artist slammed his record label, Columbia, and *Euphoria* in a since-deleted social media post earlier in March.

"IM DONE WITH THIS INDUSTRY. F--- COLUMBIA," the 37-year-old composer of *Euphoria*'s signature score wrote in the post, which is no longer available on his Instagram. The Grammy nominee continued, "DOUBLE F--- *EUPHORIA*. IM OUT. THANK YOU AND GOOD NIGHT X." (HBO representatives did not respond to **'s request for comment at the time.)

*Euphoria* season 3 premieres April 12 on HBO. See the new preview featuring Dane's return for his final TV role above.

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