Netflix Chooses Ideal Actor for Bentham in the Hit Series Season 3

The Secret Organization is geared up to play a huge role in Netflix’s upcoming season of One Piece, although the major clash won’t take place until the next season, and a adored, popular member has now been chosen.

The streaming service revealed this week that the talented performer will appear in the One Piece season 3 cast and will play Bon Clay. This character has the ability to morph into an perfect replica of any individual they’ve touched with their right hand. The performer, who is non-binary and goes by they/them, will portray a rendition of that role reinterpreted as non-binary, rather than as a drag performer, in the real-life adaptation, differing from the source material and animated series.

This performer joins multiple recently announced actors set to bring the group to the screen, including chief Mr. 0, portrayed by the well-known actor, a talented actress as another operative, and a familiar face, who also joins the cast as the ruler of the fictional land.

Though this character is a important part of the organization, the character won’t make their debut One Piece the upcoming installment. Considering the next season expected to adapt the Little Garden storyline, this signals a notable change in the placement of Bon Clay’s introduction, one that could suggest additional alterations to the story’s structure.

Escola’s blend of sharp comedic timing and deep sensitivity makes them a ideal selection for the role. In addition to their recent voice performance in the animated coming-of-age film Boys Go to Jupiter, they earned widespread acclaim and several accolades for writing and starring in the popular theatrical show Oh Mary!, emphasizing the versatility they’ll contribute to one of One Piece’s most celebrated roles.

Netflix's live-action One Piece show is set to return for its next installment on March 10th, 2026.