Emily in Paris It went through some cast departures and character changes, so who is expected to return, and not, in Season 6?
After spending most of Season 5 in a relationship, Emily (Lily Collins) ended up single with a hint of a meeting with Gabriel (Lucas Bravo). The fictional chef, however, was largely absent from the Netflix series after Bravo previously threw shade over how his character was portrayed.
“(Lucas) wasn’t really consulted (in Gabriel’s Season 5 arc) and just chose to come back to the show,” the creator said. Darren Starr he told Decider in December 2025. “The story worked.”
Star continued, “Because that’s not where Emily’s story was, or where we planned it to be in Season 5. The story wasn’t about Emily and Gabriel. At the same time, it was great to have him and keep him in the world of the show.”
Looking Ahead Season 6 it would probably incorporate travel in Greece There were also some major career and romantic developments that hinted at changes on screen. Keep scrolling to see who would and wouldn’t be back in Season 6:
Lily Collins
The fifth season ended in a cliffhanger while Gabriel extended an invitation to Emily in Greece.
“Assuming we get caught, I want to go back to Paris, but I also want to go to other places,” the director said. Andrew Fleming He told us in December 2025. “It’s been teased where we might end up going at the end of season 5 — there’s a possibility we’re going there, in Greece.”
Filipino Leroy-Beaulieu
Sylvie is expected to appear after ending her marriage and having brief romantic entanglements during Season 5.
Ashley Park
Season 5 started with Mindy secretly hooking up with Alfie (Laviscount) after breaking up with her ex. They called it quits once Emily found out and eventually Mindy got engaged, as did Alfie planning to fight for their relationship.
In the event that the series is renewed, Mindy’s love triangle would be at the center of the next season.
Lucas Bravo
Although Gabriel was largely absent from Season 5, Fleming said we the plan is to return Bravosaying, “Gabriel is important. He’s part of the DNA of the show. When he and Emily are in a scene together, something indefinable happens. They have this chemistry. They do. There’s something about the two of them that’s very visible.”
He continued, “Looking forward, they’re part of each other’s journey. Who’s to say who Emily will end up with, but Emily and Gabriel will interact with each other. Things will happen (but) I can’t really say anything about what’s going to happen next season.”
Camille Razat
Razat was introduced as Gabriel’s love interest when the show debuted in 2021, but ultimately left before Season 5.
“After an incredible journey, I’ve made the decision to move away from Emily in Paris,” Razat told TVLine in April 2025. “It’s been a truly wonderful experience, full of growth, creativity and unforgettable memories. I’m deeply grateful to Darren Star and the entire team at Netflix and Paramount for their lives for giving me the opportunity to trust Camille and for giving me the opportunity to give my life to give myself trust in Camille. will return as she will always be a part of Emily’s world in Paris.”
Lucien Laviscount
Alfie can’t break Mindy’s engagement if he isn’t a big part of Season 6. (The actor previously had a minor role in season 4 when it went from series regular to recurring status due to scheduling issues. Laviscount has since made a deal to join as a series regular in the future.)
Paul Forman
Paul Form the Nicholas of Leon.
Courtesy of NetflixNic’s proposal to Mindy in season 5 hints that he will return as the story unfolds on screen.
Eugene Franceschini
Lily Collins and Eugenio Franceschini in ‘Emily in Paris’ season 5.
Giulia Parmigiani/NetflixJust because Emily’s romance with Marcello is over, for now, doesn’t mean Franceschini won’t be back if the show is renewed.
Samuel Arnold
“I’d love for Julien to travel. I’d love for Julien to start his own business, maybe his own marketing company. I’d love for him to travel to the states and work there,” Arnold told us in December 2025 of potential Season 6 storylines. “When you change settings, you can bring in more stories and more situations. I’d love to see more of Julien’s travels and goals.”
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Bruno Gouery
yes Emily in Paris come back then so will Gouery as Luc.
Thalia Besson
Geneviève is not expected to return after being fired in season 5.
Bryan Greenberg
Greenberg’s brief role as Jake in season 5 left fans wanting more. It is not clear if there are plans to incorporate the newcomer more in the coming episodes.
Minnie Driver
Now that Princess Jane is an official member of Savoir, Driver will likely play a bigger role.