Game Changer: Brian Cox's Shocking Revelation About a Surprising Roy Child Who Could've Won Succession

Warning: Major SPOILERS for Succession season 4! The series finale of Succession delivered an unexpected twist as Tom Wambsgans ascended to the position of CEO at Waystar Royco, leaving viewers shocked and disappointed that Shiv, Kendall, or Roman did not take control of their father's company. The finale's surprising developments will undoubtedly fuel discussions among the show's fans for years to come.

While Tom was a popular choice for the CEO role among dedicated Succession viewers, members of the Roy family, such as Nicholas Braun's Cousin Greg, also had their supporters. Speculation ran rampant about who was capable of handling the top job, with even Brian Cox, who portrayed Logan Roy, sharing his thoughts on which family member he believed was suitable for the position. In an interview with Screen Rant, Cox expressed his perspective on the matter.

Brian Cox: None of them can step up, and the only one, ironically, who I believe has the potential to do so is Roman. In season 2, Roman demonstrated a great deal of sensibility, especially when dealing with the Middle Eastern money, which turned out to be fake. I was impressed by that awareness and saw a glimpse of his potential. That's why I believe Roman truly loved his father. Personally, I don't watch the show. It's already challenging enough to be a part of it without having to watch it as well. [Laughs] Surprisingly, my wife was involved in the show too. She was shadowing Mylod as a would-be director and ended up being cast as my ex-mistress. It's interesting how everything fell into place because of that. [Laughs] But when I did watch it, I couldn't help but see Roman as such a lost child. It truly is remarkable.

Why None of Logan’s Children Could Have Been CEO

Season 4 of Succession proved why Logan Roy's children were unsuitable for the CEO position, both before and after his death. Each of them - Shiv, Roman, and Kendall - exhibited fatal flaws that hindered their success, all of which were highlighted in this season. Shiv struggled with commitment, evident in her ever-changing alliances. Roman, as Cox pointed out, felt lost and surprisingly fragile; this was particularly evident during his father's funeral. Kendall possessed a determined vision, albeit one that was reckless and ultimately self-destructive. His deceit towards his siblings regarding his involvement in someone's demise illustrated this point.

In the world of Succession, no primary character could be deemed as "good" in a straightforward manner. Each individual possessed a blend of qualities such as power-hunger, entitlement, or incompetence. Given these circumstances, determining the rightful CEO of Waystar Royco becomes a challenging task. However, Tom Wombsgans demonstrated both aptitude and a remarkable ability to endure any obstacle he encountered. Thus, it seems fitting that the person who was willing to take the greatest risks (let's not overlook the time when Tom was prepared to go to prison) emerges victorious in the war of Succession.