HBO’s hit drama seriesThe White Lotusstill has an innovative way to solve the biggest mystery surrounding the Ratliff family after season 3. Although all five key members of the Ratliff family were introduced inThe White Lotusseason 3, their collective impact has made them some of the most notorious characters in series history.
As an anthology series,The White Lotustypically doesn’t have many recurring charactersacross its multiple seasons and various destinations, but there are some exceptions. Belinda, of course, returned from season 1 to snuff out Greg, Tanya’s ex-husband, at The White Lotus Resort in Thailand.
While Belinda and Greg’s dynamic was one of the most intense parts ofThe White Lotusseason 3, the most unforgettable – and in some cases, unforgivable – moments took place among the Ratliff clan. It all started when Timothy Ratliff found out that theFBI was investigating a money-laundering schemehe had been a part of, resulting inhis family seemingly losing their fortune and reputation back home in the United States.
Gossip Between The White Lotus Locations Can Help Reveal What Happened To The Ratliffs After Losing Everything
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The White Lotusseason 3 ends without actually diving into what Timothy and his family face back home. While things obviously look dire for them all, especiallyTimothy, who could be going to prison, it would have been satisfying to actually see what happened to them rather than leaving it up to speculation.
We know inThe White Lotusseason 3 that the different resort locations have some overlap. This is how viewers have learned about the fates of previous guests, such as Tanya and Belinda. It could very well be the case thatseason 4’s resort has a guest or employee discuss the aftermath of the Ratliffsin Thailand.
One Of The Ratliffs Could Still Return In The White Lotus Season 4
Just like how Tanya returned in season 2 and Belinda returned in season 3,one of the Ratliffs could end up being a returning character in season 4at a different resort. This would allow viewers to quickly learn the full scope of season 3’s aftermath and finally end the Ratliff family mystery.
If any Ratliffs were to return inThe White Lotusseason 4,Piper seems like the best option, considering she was the black sheep of the familywho was trying to get away from her parents and siblings. Even though she didn’t end up staying in Thailand, she may just want to get away after losing everything, if she can afford it.
Another option is Saxon Ratliff, who could potentially get a job at another White Lotus Resort, where season 4 takes place. It’s much more likely, however, that the Ratliffs will be alluded to via conversation somehow rather than one or more of them actually returning forThe White Lotusseason 4.
