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The cast of Riverdale journeyed to San Diego Comic-Con over the weekend and spilled plenty of juicy details about The CW series’ upcoming sophomore season. Didn’t make it to Comic-Con this year or need a rundown of all the breaking news from the event? We’ve got you covered.
Toni Topaz is Coming to Town
As revealed by Entertainment Tonight, actress Vanessa Morgan has been cast as bisexual Archie Comics’ character Toni Topaz. Toni is a member of the Southside Serpents who forms a connection with Jughead at Southside High – watch out, Betty!
EXCLUSIVE: @CW_Riverdale adds @VanessaMorgan as bisexual @ArchieComics character Toni Topaz! https://t.co/HzkHx8ddmM pic.twitter.com/3PQovXU9KH
— Entertainment Tonight (@etnow) July 22, 2017
Fred’s Fate Revealed
Riverdale’s first season ended with the shocking cliffhanger of Archie’s (KJ Apa) dad Fred (Luke Perry) being shot by a masked assailant at Pop’s. Fans will not have to wait long to find out Fred’s fate though – we’ll have an answer by the end of the season two premiere, so start your prayer circles now.
You find out Fred's ultimate fate at the end of the premiere. #Riverdale #sdcc #wbsdcc
— Alanna supports the WGA (@AlannaBennett) July 22, 2017
A Different Side of Archie
Watching your father get shot in cold blood isn’t easy on a teen and, according to Archie’s portrayer KJ Apa, we’re going to see “a completely different side of Archie” in the upcoming second season.
Expect to see a "completely different side to Archie" in season two, KJ Apa says. #Riverdale #SDCC
— HollywoodLife (@HollywoodLife) July 22, 2017
Season Two Will Contain 22 Episodes
The sophomore season of Riverdale will be 22 episodes – up from the 13 episodes of season one – which means fans will get extra time to spend with their favorite characters and supporting characters will get more fleshed out roles, including Kevin (Casey Cott) and Josie and the Pussycats (Ashleigh Murray, Asha Bromfield, Hayley Law)
#Riverdale S2 will be 22 eps #SDCC
— Love in CC📰⚡️💜 (@newsflash52) July 22, 2017
Veronica’s Ex Stirs Up Trouble
Veronica’s (Camila Mendes) spoiled rich girl past was largely unexplored in Riverdale’s debut season, but expect that to change very soon: V’s ex from New York will make an appearance this season and bring out “a darker side” of Ms. Lodge.
Veronica's ex from New York will show up and being out Veronica's dark side. #riverdale #sdcc
— Alanna supports the WGA (@AlannaBennett) July 22, 2017
A New Man for Kevin Keller
Kevin’s (Casey Cott) former flame Joaquin (Rob Raco) left town at the end of season one but, after dealing with the heartbreak of their split, he will find love again.
After Kevin processes his heartbreak, he will have a chance to find a new love. #Riverdale #WBSDCC #SDCC #SDCC2017 pic.twitter.com/HaeCgJcs7b
— Keysmash (@keysmashblog) July 22, 2017
Sparks Fly Between Reggie and Josie?
Josie’s portrayer Ashleigh Murray hinted at a potential romance with Reggie (Charles Melton) coming up in season two and we’re already shipping it. Jeggie? Rosie? Help us out here!
@iamamurray teases maybe…possibly…batting some eyelashes at Reggie this season. #Riverdale #SDCC
— Love in CC📰⚡️💜 (@newsflash52) July 22, 2017
Josie and the Pussycats Continue to Slay
You want more Josie and the Pussycats music, you say? The second episode of the sophomore season is set to feature an “epic) performance from our favorite trio.
@iamamurray teases maybe…possibly…batting some eyelashes at Reggie this season. #Riverdale #SDCC
— Love in CC📰⚡️💜 (@newsflash52) July 22, 2017
Another Girl Power Episode is Coming
One of our favorite episodes of the first season was the girl power-focused Body Double, where Veronica and Betty teamed up to take down Chuck Clayton. Lucky for us, we’re set to get another centered around the female friendships of Riverdale coming up in season two’s fifth episode.
Episode 2×05 is a great girl power episode. #Riverdale #sdcc #wbsdcc
— BeautifulBallad (@beautifulballad) July 22, 2017
A Certain Teenage Witch Might Make Her Way to Town
Sabrina the Teenage Witch coming to Riverdale has been hotly anticipated and teased since before the series even began, but the show’s producers teased that she might make her arrival in season two…fingers crossed!
https://twitter.com/brianonthescene/status/888832870579486721
Our First Look at Riverdale Season Two
Panel attendees were treated to a blooper reel from season one and a teaser of what’s to come in season two. You can view both videos below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKUOfdgST5s
Riverdale season two premieres Wednesday, October 11th at 9/8c on The CW.
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