Actor Stephen Root now confirms he will appear in Grand Theft Auto VI. He will take on the character Brian Heder for the title. This is the first time a performer has officially revealed a role in Grand Theft Auto VI. The update was delivered on September 14, 2026.

Multiple sources flagged the update, including AP News and GTA BOOM. Root was quoted as saying, "You're Gonna See Me in There." The confirmation offers an early look for the cast of the video game, a title that has been eagerly awaited.