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Molly Ringwald Joins Yellowjackets as Vicky in Final Season

2/25/2026

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Molly Ringwald, an actress, will join Yellowjackets for its fourth and final season as Vicky, Van Palmer's mother, with all episodes streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime.
Vicky is described as a recovering alcoholic trying to amend her past caused by the plane crash that frames the series.
This season follows the aftermath of Van Palmer's death.
Season 3 became the most streamed episode in Yellowjackets' history.

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Story summary

Molly Ringwald, an actress, will join Yellowjackets for its fourth and final season as Vicky, Van Palmer's mother, with all episodes streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime.
Vicky is described as a recovering alcoholic trying to amend her past caused by the plane crash that frames the series.
This season follows the aftermath of Van Palmer's death.
Season 3 became the most streamed episode in Yellowjackets' history.