The Last Of Us fans, here’s an exciting piece of news for you. The Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey starrer post-apocalyptic series, has finally added two pivotal roles from the second game.
As per reports, Michelle Mao, known for her recent turn in Bridgerton, and Kyriana Kratter, who appeared in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, have been cast as series regulars in The Last of Us Season 3.
Michelle Mao as Yara, Kyriana Kratter to play Lev in Last Of Us Season 3
According to a report in Variety, the two will play Yara and Lev, key members of the Seraphites, a faction that plays a crucial role in the story moving forward. Their characters are closely tied to Abby Anderson’s journey, with Kaitlyn Dever stepping into Abby’s role for what is widely expected to be the central narrative of the show’s third and likely final season. In the original Naughty Dog game, Lev emerges as an especially important figure, acting as Abby’s companion and moral anchor through some of the story’s most intense moments.
How did Kyriana Kratter land role of Lev in Last Of Us S3?
The casting of Lev followed an extensive and inclusive search, with HBO opening auditions to young actors from a wide range of backgrounds. The role ultimately went to Kratter, who is just 15, making her one of the youngest actors to join the series in such a significant capacity. Her previous work includes a main role alongside Jude Law and Ryan Kiera Armstrong in Disney+’s Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, as well as a recurring part in the Disney Channel series Bunk’d.
Michelle Mao’s work front
Meanwhile, Michelle Mao arrives fresh off playing Rosamund, Sophie’s manipulative stepsister in the upcoming season of ,and also leads Kogonada’s film Zi, which premiered at Sundance earlier this year.
What we know about The Last Of Us Season 3?
Season 3 will also see the return of several familiar faces, including Bella Ramsey, Isabela Merced, Gabriel Luna and Jeffrey Wright, alongside Dever. New additions to the cast include Clea DuVall, who will play a Seraphite, and Jorge Lendeborg Jr., stepping in as Manny after Danny Ramirez’s exit. Jason Ritter and Patrick Wilson are set for recurring roles as Hanley, a WLF soldier, and Jerry, Abby’s father.
Behind the scenes, Craig Mazin continues as the driving force of the series. After co-running the first two seasons with Neil Druckmann, Mazin will take over as the sole showrunner for Season 3.