German Content Creator Susann Alicia Campaigns for Role in Netflix’s 'One Piece' Live-Action Series

German OnlyFans creator and digital influencer Susann Alicia is aiming to make a high-profile transition from subscription-based online platforms to mainstream television. Speaking with TMZ, Alicia revealed her aspirations to join the cast of Netflix’s critically acclaimed live-action adaptation of One Piece, specifically targeting the fan-favorite role of Yamato. The creator shared that her ambition stems from a lifelong passion for the original manga and anime franchise, which she grew up watching during her childhood in Germany.

The character Alicia is eyeing, Yamato, is a powerhouse figure in the One Piece lore, introduced during the epic Wano Country story arc. As the formidable child of the tyrannical emperor Kaidou, Yamato idolizes the legendary samurai Kozuki Oden and possesses a fierce, rebellious spirit. While Netflix’s adaptation is currently gearing up for its second season—which is expected to cover the Baroque Works and Drum Island sagas—the introduction of Yamato is still several seasons away, assuming the series maintains its current adaptation trajectory. Nevertheless, Alicia’s proactive campaign highlights the intense global interest among actors and influencers to secure a spot in the massive franchise.

The Rise of Digital Creators in Mainstream Casting

Alicia's bid for a role in the high-budget Netflix production reflects a growing entertainment industry trend where digital creators, models, and social media personalities leverage their massive online footprints to pivot into traditional acting.

• Built-in Audience: Influencers bring pre-existing global fanbases, which production studios increasingly view as marketing assets.
• Crossover Success: Platforms like OnlyFans have increasingly become stepping stones for creators looking to fund and launch mainstream media careers.
• Niche Advocacy: Active fandom participation, such as Alicia’s self-professed love for anime, helps creators build authentic connections with specialized communities.

Securing a role in One Piece, however, remains a highly competitive endeavor. The production, overseen by showrunners Matt Owens and Joe Tracz alongside franchise creator Eiichiro Oda, has established a reputation for rigorous, globally diverse casting to match the distinct, multi-ethnic world Oda created. While Oda retains final approval over major casting decisions to ensure faithfulness to the source material, the passionate campaign by Alicia underscores the unparalleled cultural reach of the series, which continues to inspire fans and creators worldwide to vie for a place on the Going Merry.