Walker Scobell went on television to discuss his next adventure as Percy Jackson, but viewers found another member of his family worth talking about. His father, Pete Scobell, attracted a wave of attention after appearing in the studio audience.
The 17-year-old actor joined ABC’s GMA3 on November 9 while promoting the third season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians.
Some fans thought Pete looked like Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea and Percy’s father. Just Jared highlighted the reactions the following day, including viewers who suggested that he should make an appearance in the series.
The screen role is already played by Toby Stephens, whose portrayal connects Percy’s family story to the gods of Olympus.
A Greeting Turned the Camera Toward Pete
The exchange began as Walker described Percy as a “regular dude.” The hosts extended that comparison to the actor’s own life, with Rhiannon Ally pointing out that his family knew him simply as Walker.
“Your dad is here. Hi dad, we see you over there. He must be so proud!” Ally said. The camera moved away from the interview to show Pete standing among the audience members.
One widely shared reaction joked that nothing could prepare viewers for the person who appeared after the presenter’s greeting. Other comments focused on Pete’s appearance, turning a short cutaway into a reason for viewers to look up the man accompanying the young actor.
Pete’s Career Spans Music and Global Security
Pete served as a U.S. Navy SEAL before developing a career in country music. In a 2016 interview with The Boot, he discussed the encouragement he received from Wynonna Judd and her husband, musician and producer Cactus Moser, as he found his way into the recording business.
He recalled being reluctant to move into Nashville’s music scene without knowing how to get started. Judd and Moser helped him learn the business and introduced him to songwriters, allowing him to develop his music with people he trusted.
The Pete Scobell Band released the four-song EP Unfinished Business in 2014, followed by the full-length album Walkin’ a Wire on September 11, 2015. His recordings include the single “Hearts I Leave Behind,” featuring Judd, which is listed in his Apple Music catalog.
A decade later, Datavault AI announced his appointment as vice president of global security on October 21, 2025. The company said he would oversee worldwide security operations, risk management and logistics involving real-world assets, drawing on his military experience.
Datavault works in data valuation, monetization and related technologies. In its announcement, Pete described security as a matter of execution and organizational culture, saying, “It’s about defending what’s genuine, earned, and right.”
Percy’s Next Quest Begins November 20
The new season sends Percy on a quest to rescue Annabeth after she is captured by the forces of Kronos. He must also free a goddess in chains and confront a prophecy that threatens the future of Olympus.
Disney released the official trailer on November 2. Walker returns alongside Leah Sava Jeffries as Annabeth Chase and Aryan Simhadri as Grover Underwood, with Charlie Bushnell, Tamara Smart and Levi Chrisopulos among the season’s principal cast.
Two episodes will premiere on November 20 on Disney+ and Hulu, followed by two additional episodes each week. The story brings Rick Riordan’s third novel, The Titan’s Curse, to the screen for the first time.