When will Red, White & Royal Blue 2 begin filming? Taylor Zakhar Perez shares a hopeful update

Taylor Zakhar Perez in Red, White & Royal Blue | Image via Prime Video
Taylor Zakhar Perez in Red, White & Royal Blue | Image via Prime Video

Red, White & Royal Blue 2 is a film that was announced last year by the makers during a Q&A session. A sequel to 2023's romantic comedy Red, White & Royal Blue, the film is much-awaited among the people who enjoyed the first one.

Recently, Taylor Zakhar Perez shared an update on when the shooting will commence. He played the role of Alex Claremont-Diaz, the son of the US President, in the first installment.

The film was released on Amazon Prime Video on August 11, 2023, and was helmed by Matthew López. Let's find out what exactly the actor has said.


Taylor Zakhar Perez talks about Red, White & Royal Blue 2 shooting

In an interview with E! News, Taylor Zakhar Perez teased about the shooting of Red, White & Royal Blue 2. Hinting at his possible return as Alex Claremont-Diaz, the actor said that he's read the script.

“There’s a huge appetite for the sequel so I’m looking forward to it. I read the script and it’s really good.”

When the reporter asked him if he could share any details, Perez said:

“Nothing at all. They will come for me. Amazon will find me.”

Red, White & Royal Blue 2 is officially titled Red, White & Royal Wedding. It's written by author Casey McQuiston, Gemma Burgess, and Matthew López.

Amazon MGM officially greenlit the project in October this year. Jamie Babbit will be taking over the directorial responsibilities from Lopez. Red, White & Royal Blue 2 is being produced by Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Lopez and Jennifer Salke under the banners of Berlanti Schechter Films and Sullivan Street Productions. Michael Constable and Casey McQuiston will be executive producers.

Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine will be returning as Alex Claremont-Diaz and Prince Henry, respectively. In an official statement, Matthew Lopez said about Red, White & Royal Blue 2:

“I’m excited we get to continue telling Alex and Henry’s story with Red, White & Royal Wedding. It’s been a blast to dream up the next chapter of their story as a producer and co-writer and I’m delighted to be passing the directing baton to Jamie, whose vision and sense of humor will be a perfect match for our film.”

Jamie Babbit added,

"After directing But I’m a Cheerleader in my 20s, I’m thrilled to be back in the queer love universe of Red, White & Royal Wedding. We all need this kind of optimism, fantasy, and gay joy. I’m thrilled to work with this brilliant team.”

The first film was released on August 11, 2023.


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