The 2000s rom-com era delivered plenty of gems, but few shine brighter than Mamma Mia! (2008). Starring Meryl Streep and Amanda Seyfried, the film became a cult classic, thanks in large part to their unforgettable mother-daughter chemistry and career-defining performances.Exactly a decade later, the beloved sequel Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again hit the screens, continuing the story with just as much heart and charm. Since then, whispers of a third installment have surfaced now and then—though lately, the buzz has grown louder, prompting a response from Amanda Seyfried herself.In a recent chat with Entertainment Tonight, Amanda Seyfried was finally pressed to address the one burning question on every musical rom-com fan’s mind: “What’s happening with Mamma Mia 3?” True to her playful style, Amanda quipped, “Oh… yeah, Mamma Mia 3 is happening. Hopefully in Greece, before 2038.”Safe to say, Amanda’s cheeky reply wasn’t the concrete update fans were hoping for. However, franchise producer Judy Craymer offered a more hopeful perspective in her interview with Deadline. She emphasized her unwavering belief in Mamma Mia’s timeless global appeal—anchored by ABBA’s iconic music. Craymer noted that the charm of ABBA transcends generations, saying, “The Sabrina Carpenter generation and Dua Lipa’s, and even Pink’s generation, are all influenced by the songs.”When asked directly if Sabrina Carpenter might join the Mamma Mia universe, producer Judy Craymer playfully envisioned her as “a goddess” or perhaps a character related to Meryl Streep’s Donna—someone who could strikingly resemble the iconic lead. While not a confirmation, the idea certainly adds fuel to fan speculation.Interestingly, the more popular fan-cast fantasy has Sabrina Carpenter playing the daughter of Amanda Seyfried’s character. But with only about a 13-year age gap between the two stars, the idea raises some eyebrows. It remains to be seen whether Amanda would be on board with such a bold casting choice.Refreshingly candid, Amanda Seyfried addressed the fan-casting buzz in a 2023 chat with ABC News. Embracing the idea, she said she’d happily don old-age makeup if needed. “I’m an actor. I’ll do it,” she quipped, adding that she’s a big fan of Sabrina Carpenter and fully on board if it happens.
