Bella Ramsey Talks About Getting Incredibly Famous After The Last Of Us: "There's No Way Back"
In an interview with Deadline, Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal, stars of HBO's The Last of Us, discussed their experiences working on the highly anticipated series. Ramsey, who portrays Ellie, candidly shared their thoughts on fame, while Pascal expressed excitement for the evolving dynamics in Season 2.
Ramsey opened up about the challenges of adjusting to fame, admitting that it can be tiring and sometimes make them feel like «more of an object than a person…It's scary sometimes. And also, what I find hard is the knowledge that [fame] is never going to be less than this now. I can’t reverse it.» Ramsey also added, «There's no way back, even if I quit acting. I've already crossed the threshold.»
Pascal--whose popularity has soared in recent years--chimed in, sharing his perspective on fame and advising Ramsey not to give it too much attention. He reassured them, saying, «Don't give it [any attention]. It'll pass.» Both actors acknowledged the vulnerability that comes with constant public attention and the need to navigate it while staying true to themselves.
When asked about Season 2, Ramsey expressed their excitement for deeper storytelling and more intense moments. They mentioned their familiarity with the second video game and looked forward to experiencing the story's development. Pascal echoed their sentiments, expressing enthusiasm for the changed dynamics between their characters, hinting at a richly textured performance.
Pascal said, «I'm really excited that there's a likelihood that the dynamic between the two of them has really changed and that the texture of that is something that goes even further in the playing.»
As fans eagerly await the release of Season 2, Ramsey and Pascal's remarks provide insight into
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