Why did they change Ellie's face?

They changed Ellie's face in The Last of Us to better match Ashley Johnson (the voice actress), make her look younger for the story, and distance the design from likenesses of Elliot Page after public concern, with further tweaks in the Part I remake for consistency and graphical fidelity. The initial design in early reveals too closely resembled Elliot Page, prompting Naughty Dog to modify her appearance to better reflect Johnson's personality and fit a younger teen aesthetic.
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Why does Ellie look different in part 2?

It's because Naughty Dog wanted to make Ellie look more like the actor playing her, but with the first trailer showing Ellie people started criticizing that she doesn't look like Ellie anymore.
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Did they change actors for Ellie?

The Last of Us Season 2 Won't Recast Ellie Actor For Time Jump - IMDb. With the debut season now at a close, Craig Mazin reveals that The Last of Us season 2 won't recast Ellie actor Bella Ramsey for the story's time jump.
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Why didn't they cast Kaitlyn Dever as Ellie?

Eventually, HBO announced its plans to develop the video game into a drama series, which premiered in 2023. Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey landed the roles of Joel and Ellie, respectively. By that time, Dever was too old to play the 14-year-old teenager but was considered for a different role.
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Who was the face model for Ellie in TLOU2?

Our lovely face models/actors 🖤🖤🖤 Ellie Williams - Ashley Johnson Joel miller - Troy Baker Abby Anderson - Jocelyn Mettler Dina - Cascina Caradonna Jesse - Jasper Jeon Nora - Chelsea - Tavares Mel - Ashley Burch ( VA) Lev - Ian Alexander 🖤🖤🖤
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Is Ellie LGBTQ?

Some time after she breaks up with Cat, she begins to develop a crush on Dina. This whole time, Joel never learns that Ellie is a lesbian, and incorrectly believes she is in love with Jesse.
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Why didn't Abby Actress bulk up?

Narrative changes: The show is not a direct adaptation of the game, and the showrunners wanted to explore Abby's character in a different way, which didn't require her to be physically bulky.
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Who did Owen get pregnant in TLOU2?

Mel was made a medic in the WLF's military, and eventually formed a romantic relationship with Owen and became pregnant with his child.
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Why didn't they recast Bella Ramsey?

The showrunners have now discussed this, saying there was never any chance this was going to happen. "We've considered recasting Bella exactly zero percent," writer Neil Druckmann told GamesRadar. Showrunner Craig Mazin said he and Druckmann never considered recasting Ramsey, who uses they/them pronouns, as Ellie.
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How did Dina get pregnant in TLOU2?

Dina got pregnant from a sexual encounter with her ex-boyfriend, Jesse, shortly before she and Ellie left Jackson for Seattle in The Last of Us Part II. She reveals her pregnancy to Ellie during their first day in Seattle, explaining her recent bouts of sickness, and they have a baby boy named JJ. 
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Is Bella Ramsey LGBTQ?

Yes, Bella Ramsey identifies as LGBTQ+, specifically as non-binary, and has spoken about their fluid sexuality, though they prefer not to use restrictive labels, stating they are "not 100 per cent straight" and that labels don't always feel comfortable. They came out as non-binary in 2023, use all pronouns (they/them is often preferred), and find solace and exploration in queer-friendly spaces like gaming, while also advocating for LGBTQ+ visibility and understanding.
 
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Will there be a Last of Us 3 game?

While not officially confirmed, The Last of Us Part 3 is strongly hinted at by Naughty Dog, with development potentially starting after their new sci-fi game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, but don't expect it soon; director Neil Druckmann's recent comments about it being "it" have caused confusion, though many believe a concluding chapter is likely due to the franchise's massive success and story potential, possibly landing on PlayStation 6 hardware.
 
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How tall is 14 year old Ellie?

Ellie's height in TLOU part 2 is 5'5"(166cm) at 19 years old and 5'3"(160cm) at 14/15 years old (museum flashback). At 17 years old she is in the middle of the two, so that would be 5'4"(163cm).
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Why did they change Ellie's face model?

Johnson inspired aspects of Ellie's personality, prompting Druckmann to make her more active in fighting hostile enemies. Following comparisons to the likeness of Canadian actor Elliot Page, Naughty Dog redesigned Ellie's appearance to better reflect Johnson's personality and make her younger.
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Who else auditioned for Ellie in Last of Us?

While Bella Ramsey was ultimately cast as Ellie in The Last of Us HBO series and praised by many, fans often debated potential alternatives, with Cailee Spaeny, Kaitlyn Dever, and Sophia Lillis frequently mentioned for their acting abilities and resemblance to the game's character, though producers found Ramsey's audition captured Ellie's essence perfectly.
 
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Does Dina ever find out Ellie is immune?

Yes, Dina finds out Ellie is immune in The Last of Us Part II, specifically in the theater scene after escaping the subway, where Ellie reveals her immunity after being bitten and surviving, and Dina reveals she's pregnant, marking a major turning point in their relationship. 
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What disability does Bella have?

Bella Ramsey Opens Up About Autism Diagnosis: A Journey to Self-Understanding. Bella Ramsey, the actor known for their roles in The Last of Us and Game of Thrones, recently shared their autism diagnosis, which has sparked conversations about autism spectrum disorder (ASD), its symptoms, and the value of early diagnosis ...
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Which actor never went to acting school?

Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe left school at 16 and began his career in Australian television before making his way to Hollywood. Without formal acting training, Crowe gained international fame with his role in “Gladiator,” which earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.
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What did James GArner think of Julie Andrews?

Julie Andrews is his favorite leading lady. On the occasion of Julie's being honored with the SAG Lifetime Achievement Award, James GArner said about her: "Some of my best experiences have been working with Julie Andrews. And she's good-looking, too! Julie is one of my favorite actresses.
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Why did Mel hate Abby?

Mel's dislike for Abby stems from a mix of jealousy over her boyfriend Owen, discomfort with Abby's brutal violence (especially Joel's murder), feeling betrayed by their past friendship, and the stress of pregnancy, leading her to resent Abby's perceived manipulative actions and her own forced complicity in torture.
 
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How did Dina get pregnant after 11 years?

Dina and Jesse were longtime friends and romantic partners, though they broke up shortly before the events of The Last of Us Part II. Before their breakup, they had a sexual encounter that resulted in Dina becoming pregnant with their child, JJ.
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Did Carl and Ellie have a baby?

No, Carl and Ellie did not have a baby; they were unable to have children after Ellie suffered a miscarriage and was later found to be infertile, which was a source of sadness but led them to focus on adventures and their shared life, as shown in Pixar's Up.
 
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Why is Abby so controversial?

A toxic subset of fans objected to the sequel before it was even released: Teasers and leaks from the game confirmed that Ellie is gay (a plot line touched on in the first game), that the main antagonist Abby was a woman who defied the female body types typically seen in video games, and that there would be a trans ...
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Who was the body model for Abby?

Bailey worked out in preparation for the role, and gave birth to her first son during production. She also prepared by researching people involved in wars and their coping mechanisms. Abby's face was modeled on Jocelyn Mettler, while her body was based on Colleen Fotsch.
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Is Abby stronger than Ellie?

Yes, Abby is canonically stronger and a more skilled fighter than Ellie due to her superior physical build, military training as a WLF soldier, and experience in a war zone, giving her a significant edge in direct combat, though Ellie excels in agility, resourcefulness, and stealth, making her dangerous in her own ways. In a fair fight, Abby's brute force and training would likely overwhelm Ellie, but Ellie's survival instincts and ability to use her environment make her a formidable opponent, as seen in their brutal, circumstance-heavy encounters in The Last of Us Part II.
 
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