The Last of Us’ Abby voice actor says HBO was wise to change controversial death after backlash
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The Last of Us voice actor says HBO was wise to change death
- Laura Bailey, the voice actor for Abby in the video game The Last of Us Part II, believes HBO made the right decision by altering a controversial death scene in the TV adaptation.
- The scene involves Abby killing Joel, a pivotal character, which sparked intense backlash and even death threats towards Bailey after the game's release.
- HBO's adaptation provides more context and sympathy for Abby's actions, potentially mitigating the negative reaction experienced by Bailey.
- Bailey admitted the backlash was a difficult period and contributed to her reduced social media presence.
- The changes in the show aim to prepare viewers for the controversial event and offer a different perspective on Abby's motivations.