As ‘The Boys’ is gearing up for its fifth and final season, it has been adding new cast members to its already impressive ensemble. The latest addition to the list is Mason Dye.
Dye, best known for his role as Jason Carver in ‘Stranger Things’ Season 4, will join ‘The Boys’ as a guest star. He will be playing the role of Bombsight, a powerful supe with a mysterious past. Here’s all we know about his role and what it might entail for the show.
Mason Dye Might Also Feature In ‘The Boys’ Prequel Series ‘Vought Rising’
‘The Boys’ official social media accounts welcomed Mason Dye to the cast. Dye has gained recognition for his roles in various television shows and films. In addition to ‘Stranger Things’, he has appeared in shows such as ‘Me and Earl’ and ‘The Originals’. So, he is no stranger to supernatural, superhuman roles.
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Moreover, while it’s rumored that he will appear as a guest star, there is a possibility that his character, Bombsight, could return in the upcoming prequel series, ‘Vought Rising’ as well. This suggests that Bombsight may play a more significant role in ‘The Boys‘ universe than initially anticipated.
While details about Bombsight’s abilities and personality are scarce, his introduction will definitely add a lot. With ‘The Boys’ preparing for its final season, the addition of Mason Dye as Bombsight adds another exciting dimension to the show.
Bombsight Is An Original Character For ‘The Boys’
Mason Dye’s Bombsight is an original creation and not inspired from the comic books unlike most other characters of the show. This distinguishes him from other characters like Hughie, Starlight, and Billy Butcher, who were adapted from the source material.
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Moreover, Bombsight is a supe who was active during the 1950s. He is described as the third oldest known supe, which places him among the earliest generation of superpowered individuals. The character’s first appearance is slated for ‘The Boys‘ Season 5.
Additionally, given his connection to the 1950s era, which aligns with the setting of the spin-off series ‘Vought Rising’, it’s highly probable that Bombsight will also feature in that show.
‘The Boys’ Season 5 promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the series.
