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Joseph Zada has been cast in Hunger Games prequel Sunrise on the Reaping as a young Haymitch Abernathy – and he’s best known for his role in queer Australian TV series Invisible Boys.
Australian actor Joseph Zada, acclaimed for his role as Charlie Roth in the Stan Original series Invisible Boys, has been cast as a young Haymitch Abernathy in Lionsgate's upcoming prequel, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. This film delves into the backstory of the fan-favorite character originally portrayed by Woody Harrelson.
A Rising Star: Joseph Zada's Journey
Joseph Zada gained prominence through his role of Charlie Roth in Invisible Boys, a series that explores the lives of LGBTQIA+ teens in rural Australia. His performance has been praise for its emotional depth and authenticity. Zada's upcoming roles include appearances in Prime Video’s We Were Liars and Netflix’s adaptation of East of Eden.
Whitney Peak Joins as Lenore Dove Baird
Joining Zada is Whitney Peak, known for her roles in the Gossip Girl reboot and Hocus Pocus 2. She will portray Lenore Dove Baird, Haymitch's girlfriend. Their relationship is expected to add emotional depth to the narrative, highlighting the personal stakes involved in the Games.
Who is Joseph Zada and what is he known for?
Before becoming a young Haymitch in the Hunger Games arena , Zada currently stars in the lead role of Charlie Roth in Stan(Streaming Service) Australia’s original series Invisible Boys, based on the bestselling novel by Holden Sheppard.
The series co-stars Zada as Charlie, Joe Klocek as Matt Jones, Pia Miranda as Anna Cologero, Aydan Calafiore as Zeke Calogero, Zach Blampied as Kate Hammersmith, and Myles Pollard as Jack Hammersmith.
Invisible Boys is streaming now in Australia on Stan. A global release date is yet to be announced.
Conclusion
Joseph Zada’s casting as young Haymitch Abernathy marks a powerful new chapter in The Hunger Games saga. With his breakout performance in Invisible Boys and a growing reputation for emotionally charged roles, Zada is assured to bring fresh depth to one of the series' most complex characters. As Sunrise on the Reaping prepares to take fans back to a darker, more brutal era of Panem, the film promises to blend action, emotion, and political intrigue in a way that expands the legacy of the franchise. Fans old and new can look forward to an unforgettable journey when the prequel hits theaters.
