Central Park recasts Kristen Bell's biracial role with Umbrella Academy's Emmy Raver-Lampman

Entertainment Weekly

"After an extensive casting process that brought a number of incredible contenders to the forefront of our Molly search, we could not be more thrilled, honored, and certain that we have found the perfect marriage of character to voice in the amazing Emmy Raver-Lampman," the Apple TV+ animated series' creators said in a statement. "From the moment we heard her Molly, we knew she was the right choice. Her comedic chops, endearing spirit and other-worldly singing prowess have us jumping with joy at the possibilities of this already wonderful character moving forward." Bell stepped down from the role last month, saying in a statement that she and the creators mutually decided the role should be played a minority actor. Raver-Lampman will start voicing Molly in Season 2. ALSO: Kristen Bell talks to Stephen Colbert about her decision to exit Central Park.