How ‘Euphoria’ Captured the Soundscape of Rue’s Breakdown

. Now, Barbie was also announced to be joining Amazon Prime Video's House of Spoils film, so it seems this may be simply a case of competing filming schedules. But, according to internet bods, there are rumors of an alleged feud between the show's creator and writer, Sam Levinson, and Barbie—which have been chronicled by publications such as —and some have speculated this may have motivated Barbie's decision to leave (who was initially expected to be part of season three). Barbie's abrupt exit followed a pre-existing backlash surrounding Hunter Schafer, who plays , another leading character on the show.

Barbie Ferreira has joined the cast of the upcoming psychological thriller, Amazon Prime Video and Blumhouse Television announced on Monday. The casting news comes less than a week after Ferreira said she would not be returning for third season.  also stars Ariana DeBose, who plays an ambitious chef who «battles kitchen chaos, a dubious investor, crushing self doubts… and the powerful spirit of the estate's previous owner who threatens to sabotage her at every turn,» the film's press release reads.

Barbie Ferreira who is known for portraying Kat Hernandez in Euphoria won't be returning for its third season. The actress made the announcement on an Instagram story.

Barbie Ferreira, one of the leading stars of HBO Max's "Euphoria," has made the shocking announcement that she is finished with her role as Kat Hernandez. In what she called "a very teary-eyed goodbye," Ferreira announced via her Instagram story that "after four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character," she would no longer be doing so.

Fans of “Euphoria” already know they’ll get a third season of Sam Levinson‘s hit show, thanks to HBO renewing the series in February. And while the next season is probably a couple of years away, there’s already one member of the ensemble cast who won’t be returning.

is down a key cast member, with Barbie Ferreira revealing on August 24 that she would no longer be starring as fetishwear enthusiast Kat in Sam Levinson’s hit teen drama. “After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character, Kat, I’m having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye,” she wrote in an Instagram Story alongside a photo of fan art by her “angel” costar . “I hope many of you could see yourself in her like I did, and that [it] brought you joy to see her journey into the character she is today.

Euphoria star Barbie Ferreira has announced she will not be reprising her role of Kat Hernandez in the upcoming third season of the HBO hit.WATCH: Cassie Interrupts Lexi's Play, Euphoria Season 2Taking to her Instagram Stories, Barbie revealed the sad news against a backdrop of a drawing of her character, made by co-star Hunter Schafer.“After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I’m having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye.“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,” she shared.Barbie’s character Kat was a fan-favourite, with many in the Euphoria audience resonating with her journey.Throughout the show, we saw Kat come into her own as she found the best ways to express her sexuality and body positivity, after beginning as a shy and reserved character.However, fans were upset with the apparent plateau of her arc in the second season, which came alongside rumours she disagreed with the show’s creator, Sam Levinson.There were claims reported that Barbie even stormed off set at one point, although it was refuted by HBO.Barbie Ferreira on set as Kat.“I really think fans are passionate and I do appreciate that because Euphoria has really impacted so many people,” Barbie told Insider when she addressed the rumours of a feud.“Sometimes, things take on a life of their own, and they’re not rooted in the truth, but it’s okay because I know it’s just out of passion and out of curiosity and all that good stuff,” she said.“And I signed up for it, so I’ll take it.

Barbie Ferreira is closing the door on “Euphoria”.

Taking her final bow. Euphoria will have one less student walking the halls next season, now that Barbie Ferreira has announced her departure from the HBO Max series.

Euphoria. The actor, who played Kat Hernandez in the hit HBO television show, announced the news via her Instagram stories today (August 25). She shared an illustration of her character drawn by co-star Hunter Schafer with an accompanying message bidding a “teary eyed goodbye” to the role.“After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I’m having to say a very teary eyed goodbye,” the message read, “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.”Ferreira went on to describe the “care” she put into portraying Kat, who she’s played since Euphoria’s first season aired in 2019, before professing her love for the character.

Barbie Ferreira, who played Kat in the first two seasons of HBO’s Euphoria, says she will not return for Season 3.

Ellise Shafer Barbie Ferreira says she will not be returning to “Euphoria” for its third season. The actor announced her apparent departure via Instagram, writing in a story post: “After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I’m having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye. 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.” Representatives for HBO and Ferreira did not immediately respond to Variety‘s request for comment.

Barbie Ferreira is closing the door on  The 25-year-old actress, who played Kat Hernandez on the first two seasons of the HBO teen drama, announced on her Instagram story Wednesday she would not be returning for the upcoming third season. «After four years of getting to embody the most special and enigmatic character Kat, I'm having to say a very teary-eyed goodbye,» Ferreira wrote. «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,» she continued, before she ended her announcement with a sweet message to her character.

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As a rule, Sydney Sweeney is drawn to characters that are nothing like her. “I find that challenge interesting,” she says. But playing Cassie Howard, the LA teen who wears her emotions on her sleeve in Sam Levinson’s Euphoria was a welcome exception for the 24-year-old. “Cassie is one of the most relatable characters to me, because I search for love and acceptance, and I’m scared of being alone.” Deadline talked to Sweeney about embodying the intensity of her character, showing real depth to Cassie and what makes her character Olivia on Mike White’s black comedy The White Lotus so terrifying.