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The Emmy-winning FX comedy-drama,The Bear, returned for its third season, featuring appearances from prominent figures in the food world. However, it was Bradley Cooper’s notable cameo of his character from his 2015 filmBurntthat caught everyone’s attention.
The season 3 finale of the show features a brief glimpse of Cooper as the two-star Michelin chef Adam Jones. The unexpected cameo has sparked questions for the upcoming season of the show, about the further involvement of the Hollywood star, which could be a significant issue for the show’s cast.
Bradley Cooper’sBurntCharacter Makes a Brief Appearance inThe BearSeason 3
The BearSeason 3featured some notable cameos from both the culinary and Hollywood worlds, with appearances like Josh Hartnett and John Cena. And the series finale, which features Olivia Colman as Chef Terry, also adds on a much recognizable chef from the 2015 filmBurnt.
Chef Terry, the executive chef at Ever, decides to close the restaurant, Ever, due to ongoing stress, opting to end her career on her own terms. WhenJeremy Allen White’sCarmy arrives at the dinner service he witnesses a collage honoring colleagues who worked with Chef Terry.
Among the faces in the collage is Bradley Cooper’s character from the 2015 filmBurnt, Adam Jones, a driven chef striving for his third Michelin star. With no details surrounding the surprise appearance, it has raised numerous questions among fans.
Questions arise whether this cameo is a nod to the filmBurntitself or if Adam Jones had a prior connection with Carmy. This ambiguity has even led to theories suggesting a shared universe betweenThe BearandBurnt.
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And with no official confirmation or details surrounding the character, fans are left wondering about Adam Jones’s potential role inThe BearSeason 4, slated for release next year.
Speculations Surrounding Bradley Cooper’s Appearance inThe BearSeason 4
Directed by John Wells, the 2015 filmBurntfollows Cooper as a chef, whose career spiraled due to personal struggles. And it has not been the best film ofBradley Cooper’scareer, with a 28% critic score onRotten Tomatoes.
Despite the stark contrast in reception between the film and the series, speculation persists about the potential shared universe between them. This has further led to the possibility of Adam and Carmy potentially having connections, akin to Will Poulter’s appearance in the show.
Introduced in Season 2, Poulter portrays a pastry chef and former colleague of Carmy in the series and returns in the Season 3 finale. Hints from Adam and Carmy’s backgrounds suggest a possible prior encounter, with Adam primarily being in London during the events ofBurntand Carmy notably spending some time in Europe.
However, there are no further details potentially connecting the two characters. Bradley Cooper joining Season 4 ofThe Bearseems improbable but not impossible, given the series’ history of featuring several Hollywood heavyweights.
Cooper, celebrated for his versatile roles, is no stranger to critical acclaim, but his recent projects have left him without significant award recognition. And the Emmy-winning series could reinvigorate his career and potentially break his award drought, injecting fresh interest into both his portfolio and the show.
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However, the potential cameo also raises concerns about the show’s integrity and thematic consistency. An A-list star like Cooper’s cameo could overshadow the show’s core narrative along with its cast. Whether the cameo proves to be a game-changer or a fleeting distraction remains to be seen, but one thing is certain; it has ignited a fervent discussion among fans.
The Bearis available to stream on Hulu.
Burntis available to stream on Netflix.
Laxmi Rajput
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Laxmi Rajput is a Senior Writer at FandomWire, with over 3,300 articles published covering film, TV, and pop culture. With a degree in Broadcast Journalism and over three years of experience in content writing, she pivoted to entertainment journalism because let’s be honest, superheroes, sitcoms, and Netflix binges are way more fun. Laxmi frequently covers Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, and popular TV shows, offering both fan-first enthusiasm and thoughtful analysis. Her work often dives into Marvel theories, revisits the genius of The Big Bang Theory, or unpacks the Netflix phenomenon of Stranger Things.
