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Goggins' Double Role Shock on Fallout Set
3 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Walton Goggins found playing two distinct characters challenging.
- He plays both Cooper Howard and The Ghoul in the series.
- Season 2 will feature The Ghoul seeking revenge in Las Vegas.
Walton Goggins, a celebrated character actor, recently shared insights into his dual role as Cooper Howard and The Ghoul in the acclaimed Prime Video series, Fallout. Goggins admitted that stepping into the shoes of Cooper Howard, his pre-apocalyptic character, presented an unexpected emotional hurdle, despite the relief of avoiding lengthy makeup sessions.
He recalled a specific scene where Cooper witnesses the 2077 nuclear detonation, a pivotal moment that kicked off the Great War. Goggins' portrayal of Cooper during these flashback sequences has been lauded for its depth, matching the intensity of his work as the mutated assassin, The Ghoul.
Fans eagerly anticipate Fallout Season 2, which will see The Ghoul and Lucy MacLean embark on a journey to Las Vegas. Their mission is driven by The Ghoul's quest for vengeance against Hank McLean, promising further compelling developments for the fan-favorite character.
