Sydney Sweeney Discusses Cassie’s End, Rue’s Death in ‘Euphoria’ Finale
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Sydney Sweeney, an Emmy nominee for the second season of “Euphoria,” discussed the conclusion of her character Cassie Howard in the show’s third and final season. In an interview with Variety, Sweeney said she still thinks about what else Cassie might do, noting she will never be satisfied with where the character ended up. Sweeney described Cassie’s journey in the final season, which included marrying Nate, facing bankruptcy, and working as an OnlyFans model. She addressed the sexualized nature of the role and the controversy surrounding it, expressing hope that the show will age well and that critics might reconsider their views. Sweeney also revealed that she learned about the death of Zendaya’s character Rue while watching the finale with everyone else, and that she cried during the scene.
What’s reported
Sweeney is an Emmy nominee for the second season of “Euphoria” in 2022.
The third season is the final season of the show, consisting of eight episodes.
Cassie’s storyline in Season 3 includes marrying Nate, facing bankruptcy, and working as an OnlyFans model.
Sweeney said she hopes “Euphoria” will age well and that critics might think, “Maybe we all had this very wrong.”
Sweeney stated she did not know how or when Rue would die until watching the finale, and she cried during the scene.
Sweeney said she will never be satisfied with where Cassie ended up, believing there is more to tell of Cassie’s story.
Key figures
Sydney Sweeney, actress and producer
Sam, creator of “Euphoria” (referred to as Sam)
Jacob Elordi, actor who plays Nate
Zendaya, actress who plays Rue
Alexa Demie, actress who plays Maddy
Maude Apatow, actress who plays Lexi
Kaylee McGregor, Sweeney’s producing partner
Sources: Variety
