Bella Ramsey Admits Struggling with Online Criticism Over Ellie's Appearance in 'The Last of Us'
Actor Bella Ramsey Admits Struggle with Body Image Issues and Harassment Over Physical Appearance Compared to Character Ellie in The Last of Us
In an open conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, actress Bella Ramsey revealed her battle with self-image concerns, triggered by relentless online criticism over her portrayal of Ellie in HBO's hit series, The Last of Us. Many fans have taken issue with the differences between her looks and Ellie from the popular video game, criticizing her appearance.
Embracing her own Ellie
Speaking about her fixation on looking like Ellie from the game, Bella confessed, "I got quite obsessed with Ellie's physical appearance in the game and her muscular definition. But my body type isn't the same. I had lengthy discussions with Craig (Mazin, showrunner), and he never pushed me to match the game's idealized depiction. He wanted me to embody strength, and that came from my confidence and posture, not just my physique."
Bella also shared that she deactivated her social media accounts a few months prior to the release of The Last of Us season 2, citing the constant online harassment as one of the reasons. "I've always wanted to stay away from social media, and in the lead-up to season 2, I thought I should avoid Twitter and Reddit to maintain peace of mind," she added.
Navigating thezombie apocalypse with grace
The Last of Us is a global phenomenon, with Pedro Pascal and Kaitlyn Dever joining Ramsey in the lead roles. The show is available on HBO worldwide, with episodes 1 and 2 of season 2 already released. Critics and fans alike have praised Ramsey for her powerful portrayal of Ellie, underscoring her resilience and emotional depth, even as she navigates the brutal world of a zombie apocalypse.
*[1] Enrichment Data: Bella Ramsey's body type differs from the game's hyper-defined depiction of Ellie, causing her self-image issues. Ramsey underwent rigorous physical training but still faced criticism. Kaitlyn Dever, who plays Abby, also faced backlash from fans.
[2] Enrichment Data: Actor Bella Ramsey deactivated her social media accounts due to relentless online harassment.
[3] Enrichment Data: The Last of Us HBO adaptation balances faithfulness to the game with fresh character nuances, ensuring that Bella Ramsey's portrayal reflects Ellie's resilience and emotional complexity while holding its own.*
- Bella Ramsey, the actress known for her role as Ellie in the hit HBO series The Last of Us, admitted her struggle with self-image concerns due to online criticism regarding her appearance compared to the game's version of the character.
- In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Ramsey revealed that showrunner Craig Mazin never pressured her to resemble the game's idealized Ellie depiction, but instead emphasized the importance of embodying strength through confidence and posture, not just her physique.
- Ramsey deactivated her social media accounts prior to the release of The Last of Us season 2 due to constant online harassment, citing the need to maintain peace of mind.
- The Last of Us, a global phenomenon featuring Pedro Pascal, Kaitlyn Dever, and Bella Ramsey in lead roles, showcases Ramsey's powerful portrayal of Ellie, highlighting her resilience and emotional depth despite navigating a brutal zombie apocalypse.
- Despite factions of fans ridiculing her looks and physicality, Ramsey's portrayal of Ellie in movies-and-tv entertainment has garnered critical acclaim, reflecting the balance between staying faithful to the game and introducing fresh character nuances.
- Similarly, Kaitlyn Dever, who plays Abby in the series, also faced backlash from fans, highlighting the sometimes unforgiving nature of entertainment criticism towards celebrities.
