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Stephen Root confirms involvement in Grand Theft Auto VI

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Stephen Root confirms involvement in Grand Theft Auto VI

Stephen Root has publicly confirmed that he will be heard in Grand Theft Auto VI, though he has not revealed which character he plays.

Stephen Root has confirmed that he will be heard in Grand Theft Auto VI. Asked about the speculation surrounding his involvement, Root replied: "Yeah, you're gonna see me in that."

He offered little more detail, beyond saying he was happy to be part of the game: "I am so happy to be involved with it. It's an amazing thing to look at." Root did not name his character.

Reports about the confirmation link him to Brian Heder, a drug dealer who operates out of a boatyard with his third wife, Lori. Heder lets Jason live in one of his properties for free, provided Jason helps with local extortion and occasionally checks in on Lori.

Grand Theft Auto VI screenshot
Screenshot from Grand Theft Auto VI showing characters at a boatyard. Image: Rockstar Games / Take-Two Interactive

In the extended footage released for Grand Theft Auto VI, Lucia and Jason are shown drinking with Brian and Lori during an evening together.

Grand Theft Auto VI is scheduled to launch on November 19, 2026.