No, Bella Ramsey Is Not Fired From The Last of Us Season 3

Wondering if Bella Ramsey has been fired from The Last of Us? Emmy-nominated actor Bella Ramsey plays Ellie in The Last of Us. Online rumors have spread after the creators confirmed a major story shift. With Season 3 set to spotlight Abby instead, questions have emerged about Ramsey’s role moving forward.

Here’s what we know about the casting shakeup and why false claims about Bella Ramsey’s exit are circulating online.

Has Bella Ramsey been fired from The Last of Us Season 3?

Bella Ramsey has not been fired from The Last of Us Season 3, but the reduced focus on Ellie has led to ongoing speculation.

Co-creator Craig Mazin confirmed that the next season will center on Abby, played by Kaitlyn Dever, stating, “We just ended season two, and season three is going to be starring – spoiler alert – Kaitlyn” (via The Hollywood Reporter.) This shift, drawn directly from the game’s structure, has fueled online rumors, including false claims in several YouTube videos.

In an interview with Variety, Ramsey acknowledged the smaller role, saying, “I think that I’m going to be there, but not a whole bunch,” and confirmed they had spoken with the creators about it. During a press conference, Mazin emphasized, “We haven’t seen the last of Bella Ramsey,” confirming their continued presence in the show, albeit in a reduced capacity.

The idea that Ramsey was fired appears to stem from The Last of Us Part II’s gameplay structure. The game removes Ellie from the narrative for extended periods to focus on Abby. Neil Druckmann explained, “They’ve leaned into what makes, I believe, the story special,” referencing HBO’s support for controversial narrative shifts such as killing off Joel early in Season 2 and shifting the spotlight in Season 3.

Mixed audience reactions to Ramsey’s portrayal of Ellie have fueled speculation. Online discussions and comment sections debate her casting, with some fans calling for an older or different actor. Despite the backlash, critics have praised Ramsey, and major awards have recognized her work.

No official source has confirmed that the series removed Ramsey. Both the creators and Ramsey have said she will appear in Season 3. However, the story will primarily shift focus to Abby’s perspective.