Kaitlyn Dever’s Insane Performance as Abby: The Last of Us Season 2 Shines

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Among the characters from The Last of Us games that fans are eagerly anticipating to see in HBO’s live-action series for season two, Abby stands out as a highly anticipated figure. If you’re unfamiliar with her significance within the game franchise, it’s best not to spoil yourself! We won’t either. In the lead-up to The Last of Us season two, the cast and creators held a special press conference, during which discussions about Abby inevitably occurred. Kaitlyn Dever, who will portray Abby in the series, shared some intriguing insights and possibly hints regarding her role. Additionally, showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann provided their thoughts on what viewers can expect from this well-known character.

As a devoted cinephile, I found myself in awe, alongside Dever and the rest of the audience, as Mazin and Druckmann spoke about Kaitlyn’s remarkable performance. They shared that her actions were daring, things they weren’t sure should be done, and yet she executed them flawlessly. I couldn’t help but wonder how she managed it all. New talent often leaves us guessing about their true potential, but with Kaitlyn, there were no doubts. She was always game for anything, pushing boundaries in a way that left me speechless. Her physical performance was nothing short of astounding, a testament to her dedication and fearlessness. I can’t wait for everyone to see her work, and how she interacts with the rest of the cast. It’s a spectacle not to be missed!

Previously linked with the role of Ellie in a live-action The Last of Us film, Dever expressed a sense of destiny about taking on the character of Abby instead.

She expressed, “I was captivated by Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey’s performances in the first season. It was simply enchanting. I found it incredibly delightful, and playing it with my father created a special connection for us. To see it return after over a decade, it felt as though I had been anticipating it all along. This story resonated with me deeply, and when it came back, it seemed almost dreamlike because it felt like destiny. And Abby just seemed fitting. It was quite intriguing.

While all the details about Abby’s journey in The Last of Us Season 2 have been disclosed, we’re choosing to keep them hidden to prevent unwanted speculation or spoilers from affecting your experience, if you prefer to discover them as you watch.


When asked to summarize The Last of Us season two as a whole, Kaitlyn Dever employed an intriguing term, describing it as “gripping.” This “gripping” feeling isn’t the same as being “thrilling,” but rather, it implies that the season is intense and holds your attention tightly, just like Abby might be holding something heavy in her hand. However, let me clarify that this description doesn’t contain any spoilers or even hints at them.

The Last of Us season two premieres on Sunday, April 13.

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2025-03-26 03:02