Charles Melton stars as Reggie Mantle on "Riverdale," taking over the role beginning in the third season and becoming a more prominent presence at Riverdale High. Reggie is introduced as a confident, competitive athlete and core member of the Bulldogs, known for his sarcasm, loyalty to his team, and complicated friendships with Archie and the others. As he becomes more integrated into the central group, Reggie brings a sharper edge and a more assertive personality to the ensemble, particularly through his evolving connection with Veronica Lodge.
Before joining "Riverdale," Melton had begun building his acting career with appearances in television and film, including roles on series such as "Glee" and projects in the teen and young adult space. His casting as Reggie marked a significant step forward, placing him in a major role on a high-profile CW series and introducing him to a wide audience as part of an established ensemble.
In joining "Riverdale," Melton steps into a recast role and expands Reggie from a recurring character into a central figure within the show’s ongoing storylines. His version of Reggie is more fully developed, allowing the character to participate in major arcs involving relationships, school life, and the town’s darker conflicts. His arrival helps reshape the show’s group dynamic heading into its next phase.
At the time he joins "Riverdale," Melton is emerging as a rising actor in television. His portrayal of Reggie adds confidence, charisma, and intensity to the series, helping establish the character as a key part of the ensemble moving forward.
