Euphoria star addresses retirement rumors ahead of season 3 finale

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1 Jun 2026 • 4:37 AM MYT
The Independent
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Euphoria star addresses retirement rumors ahead of season 3 finale

  • Alexa Demie is shutting down rumors that she plans to retire from acting after the third season of HBO's Euphoria.
  • Speculation arose from a 2020 podcast clip where she questioned opportunities for Latina actors and her relatively sparse acting credits.
  • Demie, who has played Maddy Perez since 2019, clarified in a Hollywood Reporter interview that she is not quitting but is selective about her projects.
  • She stated that her relaxed schedule does not indicate a lack of ambition, preferring to keep her career goals private.
  • Demie also mentioned past struggles finding roles for Hispanic backgrounds, but affirmed her excitement for acting, particularly her role in Euphoria.

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