Squid Game 3 Premiere Lights Up NYC Red Carpet

Squid Game 3 Debuts In Nyc

Netflix’s global sensation took center stage at a star-studded premiere in Manhattan’s DGA Theater on Tuesday. Fans and media lined up outside as cast members, producers and special guests gathered to celebrate the launch of the third installment.

Among the high-profile attendees was Brett Gray, the rising actor known for Netflix’s On My Block and Showtime’s The Chi. Gray arrived looking sharp in a tailored midnight-blue suit from Gucci, sharing a behind-the-scenes carousel of the evening on his Instagram feed.

Actor Brett Gray Steals The Spotlight

Gray posed against the show’s signature pink and green motif, smiling alongside fellow attendees and making time for quick interviews. “I’ve been a fan of Squid Game since the first season,” he told reporters on the carpet. “It’s amazing to see the cultural impact and creativity continue to grow.”

The Instagram post captured by Gray (@brettgray) shows him exchanging greetings with series creator Hwang Dong-hyuk and striking a candid moment with co-stars Lee Jung-jae and Jung Ho-yeon. Each image carried the caption “Squid Game 3 NYC Premiere @squidgamenetflix #squidgame3,” officially marking his support for the franchise.

From On My Block To Red Carpet Star

At 27, Gray has quickly carved a niche for himself in television. He first gained attention playing Jamal Turner in Netflix’s coming-of-age hit On My Block (2018–2021). His performance led to a recurring role as Damien in The Chi, with season 7 of the drama currently streaming on Paramount Plus with Showtime.

On Instagram, Gray has shared moments from past premieres to highlight his evolving style. He dressed in Amiri for Apple TV+’s Fountain of Youth debut and even performed the National Anthem at Madison Square Garden before a New York Knicks playoff game—demonstrating his range both on- and off-screen.

Squid Game 3 looks to pick up the intense drama and social commentary that made the franchise a record-breaker. While Netflix has kept plot details under wraps, the growing anticipation was palpable on the Gotham red carpet. Directors, writers and cast members all praised the series’ global reach and hinted at new characters, darker stakes and expanded games.

When asked about his favorite twist in past seasons, Gray grinned and declined to spoil any surprises. Instead, he urged fans to “brace yourselves” for unexpected alliances and heart-pounding challenges in season 3.

Beyond the cameras, the premiere also featured an art installation inspired by the show’s iconic guard figures, neon lighting echoing deeper narrative themes. Attendees mingled over cocktails and limited-edition Squid Game swag, while influencers and critics shared real-time reactions across social platforms.

As the evening wound down, Gray joined Netflix’s after-party at a nearby venue, where conversations ranged from the series’ choreography to its social implications. The actor later posted a final shot raising a glass to Hwang Dong-hyuk with the caption: “Here’s to stories that push boundaries and keep us guessing.”

With Squid Game 3 slated for release later this year, the New York premiere offered a first taste of what audiences can expect. For Brett Gray, the night was both a celebration of a cultural phenomenon and a milestone in his own rising trajectory.

Fans can catch Gray next in the upcoming season of The Chi and keep an eye on his social channels for more red carpet moments.

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Brett Gray has expressed his passion for storytelling, emphasizing the importance of representation in Hollywood.

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