Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Saldaña Praises Sheridan’s Inclusive Writing in Lioness
Zoe Saldaña, who plays a CIA agent in the TV show Lioness, said the writer Taylor Sheridan is great at making characters that can be played by anyone, no matter their gender.
She thinks this lets many actors try for the same role.
The show is coming back for a third season on August 2.
Zoe is happy to be part of a show that shows people as complex and not just defined by gender or race.
She also thanked the writer for giving actors a chance to shine.
The show is on Paramount+ and stars Zoe and Nicole Kidman.
It mixes spy action with personal drama.
Zoe says the writer’s skill makes the show special.
Zoe Saldaña praises creator Taylor Sheridan for writing complex, gender‑neutral characters in Lioness.
She notes main characters like Joe, Kaitlyn, Westfield, and Kyle could have been any gender.
Saldaña says Sheridan’s skill expands casting possibilities for actors of all backgrounds.
Lioness returns for a third season on August 2, featuring CIA agent Joe balancing duty and home.
The show defies gender and race stereotypes, offering diverse storytelling.
- Who
- Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, Taylor Sheridan, Michael Kelly, Thad Luckinbill
- What
- Zoe Saldaña praises Taylor Sheridan for writing complex, gender‑neutral characters in the TV series Lioness
- When
- August 2023
- Where
- Paramount+ streaming service
- Why
- To highlight inclusive writing that defies gender and race stereotypes
- Show
- Lioness
- Creator
- Taylor Sheridan
- Network
- Paramount+
- Season
- 3
- Release date
- August 2, 2023