Kaitlyn Dever Joins the Cast of The Last of Us Season 2 as Abby

Abby's character in The Last of Us franchise has been controversial, but there is much anticipation for the casting of Season 2, with Kaitlyn Dever landing the role. The success of the post-apocalyptic series on HBO, which brought Joel and Ellie to life with Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, proves the staying power of The Last of Us franchise.

As Season 2 continues based on the 2020 sequel game, fans are anxiously awaiting the reveal of who will play the central character Abby Anderson. After numerous rumors and fan castings, it appears that Kaitlyn Dever, known for her roles in Booksmart, Dopesick, Dear Evan Hansen, and No One Will Save You, has landed the role.

Kaitlyn Dever joins The Last of Us Season 2 cast as Abby

The controversial character of Abby was always going to be a juicy role, and now it seems that the Emmy-nominated Kaitlyn Dever will be stepping in, and no doubt bulking up.

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You may have been searching for any information on the highly-anticipated second season as a result. It is set to follow The Last of Us Part 2 and will involve events surrounding the controversial character of Abby.

Fans hadn't always seen Dever as a frontrunner, as Shannon Berry had been a popular choice for the role for a long time. However, Dever's casting had been hinted at as far back as August 2023, by showrunner Craig Mazin and other industry insiders.

Exclusive: In August, showrunner Craig Mazin hinted that the role of Abby in Season 2 of THE LAST OF US had been cast. Sources suggest that KAITLYN DEVER, who previously auditioned for the role of Ellie, may have landed the part.

Laura Bailey originally voiced the game character, who is a soldier embroiled in a guerrilla war and her own quest for vengeance, putting her at odds with fellow lead character Ellie. In a statement to Deadline, showrunners Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann shared that the casting process for Season 2 mirrored that of Season 1, seeking top-tier actors who truly embody the essence of the characters from the source material. They expressed their excitement for Kaitlyn's addition to the cast, alongside Pedro, Bella, and the rest of the team.

The Last of Us superfans may find it exciting to know that Dever auditioned for the role of Ellie a few years ago, with the role ultimately being given to Bella Ramsey. Playing Ellie’s rival in the sequel now feels like a great full circle moment. According to Deadline, Season 2 is scheduled to be filmed in Vancouver, with production set to start in February of this year.

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Editor's P/S

As a hard fan of The Last of Us, I am thrilled about the casting of Kaitlyn Dever as Abby in Season 2. Dever is a talented actress who has proven her ability to play complex and challenging roles. I believe she will bring depth and nuance to the character of Abby, who is one of the most divisive figures in the franchise. I am also excited to see how Dever's portrayal of Abby will differ from Laura Bailey's voice acting in the game.

I am also intrigued by the fact that Dever auditioned for the role of Ellie a few years ago. This suggests that she has a deep understanding of the character and the world of The Last of Us. I believe that her experience auditioning for Ellie will help her to bring a unique perspective to the role of Abby. Overall, I am confident that Dever will do an excellent job of bringing Abby to life in Season 2 of The Last of Us.