Actor Stephen Root has officially confirmed he will be featured in Grand Theft Auto VI. He will play the character Brian Heder in the project. This is the first time an actor has publicly confirmed a role in Grand Theft Auto VI. The update was delivered on September 14, 2026.

Multiple outlets reported the news, including AP News and GTA BOOM. Root said in a quote, "You're Gonna See Me in There." The confirmation signals an early reveal for the lineup of the video game, a title that has been eagerly awaited.