He is one of the most beloved characters from The Last of Us, but he will not appear in the third season

The popular series The Last of Us has been renewed for a third season, and the creators have indicated that a fourth installment is also anticipated to tell the complete story. This upcoming season will focus on Abby, a character played by Kaitlyn Dever, and according to early information, this will mean the absence of Catherine O’Hara, who portrayed Gail, the therapist from Jackson, in the second season. Focused on showcasing the more seedy side of Hollywood in The Studio O’Hara, known for her iconic role in Home Alone, has confirmed in an interview with Variety that her character was […]

The popular series The Last of Us has been renewed for a third season, and the creators have indicated that a fourth installment is also anticipated to tell the complete story. This upcoming season will focus on Abby, a character played by Kaitlyn Dever, and according to early information, this will mean the absence of Catherine O’Hara, who played Gail, the therapist from Jackson, in the second season.

Focused on showing the sleaziest Hollywood at The Studio

O’Hara, known for her iconic role in Home Alone, has confirmed in an interview with Variety that her character was designed to serve Joel and Ellie, which raises doubts about her future within this post-apocalyptic narrative. Despite her possible exit, O’Hara does not rule out a future appearance, although she admits that Gail’s role may not have much more to contribute to the development of the plot. She has praised her co-stars, especially Pedro Pascal, describing him as charming and comparing her experience working with him to what she experienced with Meryl Streep 40 years ago. According to O’Hara, Pascal has a special gift that makes him approachable and charismatic on set.

Regarding the new season, it is expected to explore Abby’s story more deeply, a significant shift in the narrative focus. This decision has left fans with mixed feelings, as O’Hara’s presence has been very well received, becoming one of the highlights of the second season. Additionally, the actress is currently involved in The Studio, which has been considered one of the best series of 2025 and whose premiere coincided with that of the second season of The Last of Us.

With these renovations and changes in the cast, the series continues to generate great anticipation among the franchise’s followers, who eagerly await the development of this complex and emotional story.