Caitlin Dever on playing Abby: "I want to bring authenticity to the role"
Caitlin Dever, who takes on the role of Abby in the highly anticipated second season of The Last of Us,Variety, the actress spoke about her experience working on the project and set the record straight regarding rumors about heightened security measures during filming.
A new challenge for Dever
Stepping into one of the most divisive roles in The Last of Us universe, Dever acknowledged that joining a project of this scale is a unique and exciting opportunity. "It’s a completely new experience for me," she said, emphasizing her commitment to portraying Abby with authenticity. The actress hopes that her performance resonates with the audience and does justice to the character.
Shutting down security rumors
Recent speculation suggested that Dever required additional security due to backlash surrounding Abby’s character. The controversy stems from the original video game, where Abby’s storyline sparked strong reactions from fans. However, Dever denied these claims. "That’s not true, and I’ve never personally said that. I know it was mentioned before, but it’s simply not the case," she clarified.
The rumors initially gained traction after her co-star, Isabela Merced - who plays Dina, implied that extra security measures were in place. Despite this, Dever insists that no such precautions were necessary.
Season 2 set to premiere in April
With excitement building for the next chapter of The Last of Us, HBO has confirmed that season 2 will debut on HBO Max in April. Fans are eager to see how the show adapts the events of The Last of Us Part II and how Dever brings Abby to life on screen.
