‘Masters of Sex’: Showtime Casts Dr. Masters’ Son

Jaeden Lieberher Michael Sheen Masters of Sex — CREDIT: Getty Images

Jaeden Lieberher has been cast as Johnny, the son of Dr. William Masters (Michael Sheen), in Showtime’s “Masters of Sex,” Variety has learned. He joins the third season in a recurring role.

Previously, Lieberher co-starred alongside Billy Murray, Melissa McCarthy and Naomi Watts in “St. Vincent.”

“Masters of Sex,” the fictionalized TV drama that tells the story of sex researchers Dr. William Masters and Virginia Johnson (played by Lizzy Caplan), returns with Season 3 on July 12.

Lieberher is repped by CAA and DMC Management.

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