What did Joel do to Abby in The Last of Us season 2?
Season 2 is a story of vengeance – in more ways than one.
**Warning: Spoilers ahead for The Last of Us season 2 episode 1.**
At long, long last, The Last of Us season 2 is finally here!
The new instalment introduces fans to a bunch of new recurring characters, including Abby Anderson (Booksmart's) Kaitlyn Dever.
Abby's introduction in the season 2 premiere establishes her as one of the season's major antagonists.
Wondering who Abby is and what happened between her and Joel? Read on for everything you need to know about the new character's connection to Joel in The Last of Us season 2.
What happened between Joel and Abby in The Last of Us season 2?
Warning: Minor spoilers from The Last of Us game ahead.
Joel killed Abby's father – which has led to her quest for vengeance against him. In the game, Abby's father was a Firefly surgeon at the hospital who Joel killed while rescuing Ellie, and it seems the show is following this storyline.
One of the opening scenes of season 2 sees Abby standing at her father's grave with four others, the only remaining members of the Fireflies after Joel's rampage.
As they discuss what to do next, they suggest going to Seattle where a man called Isaac (set to be played by Jeffrey Wright, reprising his role from the game) could take them in.
Abby is determined to find finding Joel, but she's encouraged to go to Seattle first, where the group could find more people to help and more resources. After hanging a Firefly chain on her father's grave, she ruthlessly says that she wants to kill Joel slowly.
Who plays Abby in The Last of Us season 2?
Abby is played by Kaitlyn Dever, who's best known for her roles in Booksmart and Apple Cider Vinegar.
Dever has also appeared in TV series including Dopesick, and Unbelievable, as well as films including Beautiful Boy, Ticket to Paradise, and Dear Evan Hansen.
In the games, Abby is played by voice actor Laura Bailey.
The Last of Us season 1 is available on Sky Atlantic and NOW with an Entertainment Membership. Season 2 is released weekly.
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Louise Griffin is the Sci-Fi & Fantasy Editor for Radio Times, covering everything from Doctor Who, Star Wars and Marvel to House of the Dragon and Good Omens. She previously worked at Metro as a Senior Entertainment Reporter and has a degree in English Literature.
