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FX’s “Atlanta” is known for throwing a curveball or two at viewers, but the show’s reputation for unpredictable twists and turns is why many will miss it after its final season wraps this fall. Over the course of four seasons, the critically acclaimed series has morphed into must-have television for its bold innovation and sharp comedy, but the show’s occasional surprise appearances have also become a fan-favorite trend.
Although some episodes of “Atlanta” tricked viewers with teasing appearances from the likes of D’Angelo and Tupac (who, of course, don’t show up) and even had big moments with its iconic characters like Teddy Perkins. from Donald Glover, the real stars that have been seen on the show are always a real treat. Even those originally slated to star in “Atlanta” came as a surprise to viewers.
According to Glover, Jaden Smith was previously scheduled to appear in an episode of “Atlanta,” but his schedule never allowed for it. “We never did because Jaden Smith was busy,” he told SXSW, per Variety. “We were supposed to post it online, just read[ing the script], which we could still do. Etienne [Glover] wrote it. It’s really good.”
While there’s still time for more star appearances in “Atlanta” Season 4, read on to take a look back at all the celebs who’ve made notable cameos so far.
Gunna
The “DS4Ever” rapper has a cameo appearance in the fourth episode of season four, “Light Skinned-ed.”
‘The Northman’ star makes several appearances throughout the season three finale, ‘Tarrare,’ as Van’s (Zazie Beetz) French boyfriend (who also has a thing for eating from human hands fries).
Kat Williams
Williams has arguably the best guest role on ‘Atlanta,’ as he won an Emmy for playing Earn’s (Donald Glover) uncle Willy, aka Alligator Man, in the season two premiere of the same name. . Williams makes another cameo appearance in the fourth episode of season four, “Light Skinned-ed”, which reunites Earn with his parents and aunt.
migos
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In an Atlanta-meets-“Atlanta” moment during episode three of the first season, the Migos appear as fictionalized versions of themselves trying to make a drug deal with Paper Boi (Brian Tyree Henry). and Darius (LaKeith Stanfield).
Chet Hank
In episode 7 of season 3, titled “Trini 2 De Bone”, Chet Hanks – infamous for showing off his Jamaican accent – makes a hilarious appearance in a funeral scene as Curtis, a “Trinidadian” nanny.
Michael Vic
In one of the funniest moments of Earn’s “Atlanta” debut, the series protagonist takes on former NFL quarterback Michael Vick in a parking lot race at a club (which he obviously loses horribly. ).