'Surreal' moment as Welsh actor joins Ted Lasso cast

BBC Arts Friday 31 July 2026, 17:18 UTC 1 min read

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Ted Lasso is back, with Rex Hayes joining the show as part of a new football team.

Welsh (ORG) Ted Lasso (PERSON) Rex Hayes (PERSON)

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