Who is Cole Escola, and what is their connection to "One Piece"?

Cole Escola is a Broadway star and TV actor who has been cast to play the role of Bon Clay, a prominent antagonist in the "One Piece" anime and manga series.

What is the significance of Bon Clay in the "One Piece" story?

Bon Clay is a major character in the Arabasta Arc of "One Piece," a key storyline in the beloved franchise.

What other notable achievements does Cole Escola have?

Escola has won a Tony Award for their work on Broadway and was also a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama earlier this year, further cementing their reputation as a versatile and acclaimed performer.

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Broadway Star Cole Escola to Play Bon Clay in "One Piece" Adaptation

3 Nov

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Summary

Cole Escola, known for Broadway's "Oh, Mary!" and TV shows, cast as Bon Clay
Bon Clay is a major antagonist in the Arabasta Arc of "One Piece" manga and anime
Escola won a Tony Award earlier this year and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist

Broadway Star Cole Escola to Play Bon Clay in "One Piece" Adaptation

In a highly anticipated move, the "One Piece" franchise has announced that Cole Escola will be playing the role of Bon Clay, a prominent antagonist in the series, for the upcoming Season 3. Bon Clay, also known as Bentham of the Wild, is a major character in the Arabasta Arc of the beloved manga and anime.

Escola, who is perhaps best known for creating and starring in the Broadway show "Oh, Mary!" which won two Tony Awards earlier this year, is set to bring their unique talents to the role of Bon Clay. In addition to their Broadway success, Escola has also appeared in popular TV shows such as "Search Party," "At Home with Amy Sedaris," "Difficult People," and "Big Mouth."