Why The Last of Us Season 2’s Kaitlyn Dever Didn’t Bulk up for Abby
In a recent chat with Entertainment Weekly, Neil Druckmann and Craig Mazin shed some light on why Kaitlyn Dever didn’t beef up for her role as Abby in The Last of Us Part II. According to Druckmann, during the casting process, it was all about nailing the performance rather than any other factor. He emphasized that they were seeking an actor who could truly embody the characters we know and love. Looks-wise, while it’s not completely ignored, it takes a backseat to a whole host of other factors we consider when casting.