Conflict causes HBO to recast prominent The Last of Us character

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5 Feb 2026 • 12:30 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • The Last of Us has recast the role of Manny for its third season, scheduled for 2027, due to actor Danny Ramirez's scheduling conflicts.
  • Jorge Lendeborg Jr. will now play Manny, a character from the Washington Liberation Front, whose role will be more prominent as the show's perspective shifts to Abby.
  • Bella Ramsey is confirmed to return as Ellie, alongside Isabela Merced (Dina), Gabriel Luna (Tommy), and Jeffrey Wright (Isaac).
  • Clea DuVall has also joined the cast, portraying a member of the Seraphites, a violent group within the series.
  • HBO president Casey Bloys indicated that the third season could potentially be the show's last, though the ultimate decision lies with the showrunners.

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