The actor behind Gemma says she’s seen countless wild fan theories—and the goat one might just be the craziest yet.

Fan Theories Run Wild

July 16, 2025: Dichen Lachman, who portrays Gemma/Ms. Casey in Apple TV+’s Severance, admits she’s been paying attention to fan speculation. Among hundreds of wild theories, one stood out: that Ricken (Mark’s brother-in-law) is literally a goat—hinted at by his mountain-climbing, goat-themed décor, and cowbell alarm clock.

“I think that is absolutely hilarious… Could it be possible? Maybe,” she laughed. “It’s a silly one, but I love how wild they get.”

Secrets Still Under Wraps

Lachman remains tight-lipped about deeper plot reveals. She says her scripts were revealed slowly, and she learned key story details only when needed—those same secrets that fuel fan theories. “Knowing what my character knows helped my performance,” she explained, adding uncertainty about Gemma’s fate post-rescue, but teasing that “death” on Severance can take many shapes.

Mysteries Still Waiting

Season 2 ended on a cliffhanger: Gemma is freed, but Innie Mark chooses to stay at Lumon with Helly. Executive producer Dan Erickson has acknowledged the swirl of speculation, praising viewer engagement, yet noting no theory is totally accurate—though some get close.

What Lies Ahead?

With its complex storytelling and philosophical threads, Severance Season 2 left fans with lingering questions: What becomes of Gemma and Mark’s relationship? What new secrets will Lumon reveal? Lachman says the possibilities are endless and hopes Ms. Casey returns alongside Gemma in Season 3.

Final Take

Dichen Lachman clearly appreciates the fandom’s creativity—and even if Ricken-as-goat remains improbable, it’s proof that Severance has built a deeply invested audience. With Season 3 on the horizon, expect more goat theories… and a whole lot more mind-bending mystery.