In this exclusive interview, Daniel Diemer sits down with NEWS x MUSE Jasmine Posadas to discuss joining the cast of the hit Disney+ series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Diemer reveals what it’s like to bring the fan-favorite Cyclops, Tyson, to life and shares behind-the-scenes stories from the set of Season 2.
Diemer shares his excitement about joining the Greek mythology universe, detailing the “love and selflessness” Tyson brings to the screen [01:21]. He also dives into the technical side of his performance, including the unique challenges of filming Tyson’s fire-resistant nature and his ability to mimic voices [03:12].
🔱 Highlights from the Interview:
Rapid Fire Fun: Would Daniel prefer to be a demigod or a Cyclops in real life? [00:12]
The Power of Tyson: Daniel discusses the bravery and protective nature of his character [01:21].
Working with a Legend: Daniel recounts meeting Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hermes) for the first time [02:02].
On Location: Discover the filming destinations, from the rainforests of Vancouver to the desert landscapes used for Polyphemus’ Island [02:27].
Percy & Tyson: Daniel teases the growing connectivity between the two brothers as the season progresses [06:22].
🌊 ABOUT PERCY JACKSON SEASON 2
Based on Rick Riordan’s “The Sea of Monsters,” the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians follows Percy and his friends as they journey to the Sea of Monsters to save Camp Half-Blood. Daniel Diemer joins the cast as Tyson, a young Cyclops who discovers he is a son of Poseidon.
Watch Season Two of Percy Jackson and the Olympians every Wednesday on Disney+ by following the link here https://www.disneyplus.com/.
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