What to Know About Marissa Long, Who's Joining The White Lotus Season 4

As The White Lotus Season 4 assembles one of its most ambitious ensembles yet, one fresh‑faced name is drawing widespread attention: Marissa Long. For someone who’s still early in her public career, she’s already capturing industry curiosity and social media buzz. Here’s what fans should know about her.

All images are sourced from @marissaggrace/Instagram

1. She’s Making Her Television Debut on The White Lotus

Marissa Long is joining the fourth season of HBO’s hit anthology series The White Lotus, marking her first major television role. The casting was officially confirmed alongside stars like Helena Bonham Carter and Chris Messina, and was shared via the show’s official channels and Long’s own social posts. The White Lotus Season 4 is set in France, continuing the franchise’s luxury‑satire format.

2. She First Shared Her Excitement on Instagram

Upon learning she was cast, Marissa took to Instagram expressing how “absolutely raw” she felt and how “blessed” she was to be joining the project, thanking the creative team and supporters.

"I’ll try and make this short and sweet But I am absolutely raw right now!!! God is so good - I am in the middle of so many feelings and I’m unbelievably honored to be joining this with such incredible people. I have the courage I do because of the people that surround me and I want to thank family and so many friends for being so encouraging and giving me such solid ground to always stand on. @tannerzagarino has championed me in ways I could never describe. Love this boy. And Thank you Mike White!!!!!!!!!! I’m speechless and cannot wait for this journey, feeling deeply blessed.. LETS GO!!!!"

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3. She’s a Model With Professional Representation

Before this high‑profile TV role, Marissa was known as a professional model. She is represented by prestigious agencies including Next Model Management and Eye Management, where her profile lists her modelling work and physical stats — a traditional marker of runway and editorial credibility in fashion.

4. She Has a Strong Instagram Presence

Marissa’s Instagram account — @marissaggrace — shows she has garnered tens of thousands of followers (around 49K+) and regularly shares personal moments, professional milestones, and supportive shout‑outs from friends and colleagues. Her feed reflects a blend of fashion, personal life and now career celebration posts.

5. She and Her Partner Share Milestones Together

Marissa’s social feed (and posts she’s tagged in) include heartfelt moments with her longtime boyfriend, Tanner Zagarino — whom she has publicly celebrated on special occasions like birthdays and anniversaries.

6. She’s Already Appeared in Short Films

Long’s early acting credits include short films such as Valley Mentality! and The Old Breed, suggesting she’s been exploring performance alongside modelling even before her big television opportunity — a foundation that may serve her well in The White Lotus.