The stars of Napoleon Dynamite—Jon Heder (Napoleon), Efren Ramirez (Pedro), and Jon Gries (Uncle Rico)—were spotted at a small diner in Kennett, Missouri, sparking excitement among customers. The trio, who were passing through after a Q&A screening of the 2004 cult classic in Paragould, Arkansas, happily posed for photos and signed autographs for fans at John’s Waffle & Pancake House. The diner co-owner, Dona Ramadani, mentioned that the actors were gracious and even left a large tip.
Their appearance has fueled rumors of a Napoleon Dynamite sequel, especially after Efren Ramirez recently hinted that sequel talks are not off the table. Speaking with Collider, he shared that fans still want a continuation of the beloved film, and there may be potential for one in the future.
Fans in the diner were thrilled to see the cast together, with some recalling fond memories of the film’s iconic scenes, including voting for Pedro. The trio’s casual appearance at the diner only added to the nostalgia, further stoking excitement for a possible follow-up to the original movie.
