Barbie Ferreira is one of the core cast members that made Euphoria the show it is today, but she’s ready to leave it in the past. The young actress announced she won’t be returning as Kat Hernandez in Season 3 of the hit teen drama.
Ferreira announced her departure from the HBO series on Instagram, saying that she’s ready to say “a very teary-eyed goodbye” to her special and enigmatic character.
“I hope many of you could see yourself in her like I did and that she brought you joy to see her journey into the character she is today. I put all my care and love into her and I hope you guys could feel it. Love you Katherine Hernandez,” wrote Ferreira.
Kat was introduced in Season 1 of Euphoria, as the best friend of Maddie (Alexa Demie) and Cassie (Sydney Sweeney). The first season focused on her journey of self-love and empowerment as she looks for a way to feel comfortable and confident in her body.
Ferreira’s screen time was significantly reduced in Season 2 and the show received criticism for the way it handled the character’s arc. Fans believed this was caused by on-set tension between Ferreira and creator Sam Levinson, but the actress denied these rumors.
