For an entire season, Pedro Pascal’s character, Joel Miller, endured a prolonged struggle in surviving on The Last of Us. Despite continually discovering reasons to keep fighting, he ultimately succumbed to this battle during the April 20 episode of the HBO series.
Although Joel’s demise, given that it unfolded just as portrayed in The Last of Us Part II video game from 2020, might not have been unexpected, witnessing Abby (Kaitlyn Dever), a former Firefly member, avenge her father’s death by impaling Joel was nonetheless quite impactful.
Pascal reminisced about a day when he walked onto set all made up, only to immediately ruin the atmosphere as people looked at him. He described it as a shock and heartbreak, an unfamiliar feeling for him. It was odd to be on the receiving end of such reactions, he said. It felt like the ultimate version of “Is there something on my face?” He could clearly see sadness overtake everyone’s expressions in their eyes.
Speaking from personal experience as a lifestyle expert, I often find myself jestingly commenting about my on-screen demises, drawing parallels to my roles in Game of Thrones and Buffy the Vampire Slayer. It seems I have a knack for portraying characters that meet untimely ends, and I can’t help but embrace this peculiarity by saying, “I quite enjoy playing the dead.
Because, of course, Joel isn’t the first beloved character to meet an untimely end.
After almost eight seasons, the character of Bobby Nash, played by Peter Krause, felt it was fitting that he met his end in the April 17 episode of 9-1-1, given the deep emotional burden he carried due to the guilt of losing his family in a fire.
Showrunner Tim Minear explained to Variety that the decision behind Bobby’s demise didn’t seem random. When you trace the development of his tragic character, from his initial starting point and his journey to LA seeking redemption, it logically fits the narrative in a way that wouldn’t apply to other characters. Furthermore, Minear emphasized that Bobby’s death has an impact on every character’s storyline, unlike any other character’s death could.
Instead of leaving fans stunned and a little heartbroken, it’s not the first time an onscreen death has taken them aback on various shows. For example, Meredith Grey from Grey’s Anatomy (almost) and John Dutton from Yellowstone have bid farewell to their characters on screen. Here are more stars who said goodbye in a similar manner on television.
As a devoted fan, I must admit that I wasn’t entirely prepared for Pedro Pascal’s character, Joel Miller, to meet his end in the way it did, mirroring his April 2025 demise from The Last of Us Part II, which served as the basis for the 2020 season of The Last of Us. The moment I witnessed him being brutally impaled left me quite stunned, reaffirming the raw intensity that this series delivers.
Meanwhile, Pascal, who met an on-screen demise in both ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, handled his frequent death scenes with humor. “I die a lot,” he quipped to Entertainment Weekly. “I enjoy dying.
Following my thrilling escapade, I formally bid farewell to my character, Captain Bobby Nash of the Los Angeles Fire Department on the hit procedural drama, “9-1-1”, in an episode that aired on April 2025. As your lifestyle guide, I’m always seeking new adventures, but it’s time for me to move on to fresh opportunities.
In his statement to the Hollywood Reporter, Krause expressed that Bobby Nash’s character was crafted with sacrifice in mind and tailored for this specific role. Firefighters and other first responders put their lives on the line every day so that others may live another day. The storyline of Bobby Nash serves as a tribute to these brave individuals.
The demise of the troubled yet cherished firefighter character sparked much discussion, as showrunner Tim Minear admitted to Variety. He stated, “After eight years, it seemed necessary if we want to continue creating stories with real tension, someone needed to perish.
Prior to the start of the third season for “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” actress Reneé Rapp disclosed that she will no longer be part of the Max series.
In July 2023, she posted on social media: “College friends took me to Los Angeles and made some of my best acquaintances,” she said. “Now, more than two years have passed – it’s led me to you all and this wonderful community.
The co-creator of the show, Mindy Kaling, also verified that Rapp was leaving. On her Instagram Stories, she expressed, “We adore @reneerapp so much and it will surely be sad to bid farewell to Leighton Murray! We’re excited to see our friend on tour soon!
Over a year ago, there were whispers that Kevin Costner might abruptly leave the successful Paramount drama following four and a half seasons. In June 2024, he officially announced that he wouldn’t be coming back to wrap up the series during its fifth and final season.
Ellen Pompeo, who played Meredith Grey for 19 years, stopped appearing regularly on the ABC drama in February 2023, marking her final shift in the role.
Pompeo expressed a need for change during an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show in December 2022, even though she had already returned as a guest in May and continued her role in the series. At age 53, she feels like her thoughts are jumbled, much like scrambled eggs. So, she wants to explore fresh opportunities instead of sticking to one thing, such as solving the New York Times crossword puzzle every day.
In a recent reveal, actor Henry Cavill, known for his roles in Batman vs. Superman, shared that he won’t be part of the Netflix fantasy drama anymore after its third season. It was then announced that Liam Hemsworth will take over the role of Geralt starting from season four, and possibly continuing into future seasons as well.
In a post on Instagram in October 2022, Cavill expressed that his time as Geralt of Rivia has been a blend of monstrous encounters and exciting adventures. Unfortunately, he’ll be hanging up his medallion and swords for the upcoming Season 4.
Originally portrayed by Jesse Lee Soffer, the character of Detective Jay Halstead bid farewell to the series in 2022 following a decade-long run, with Soffer choosing to hang up his badge and move on from the role he deeply cherished.
In a statement following his last appearance on the NBC procedural on October 5th, Soffer expressed that crafting this weekly hour-long drama has been a heartfelt endeavor for everyone involved in the show. He remains honored by his tenure as Detective Jay Halstead and will forever take pride in it.
After five seasons, Damian Lewis departed Showtime’s Billions in Oct. 2021.
Back in August 2021, news broke out that Emily VanCamp has permanently put away her medical stethoscope, having left the series The Resident on Fox.
Over three captivating seasons playing Macy, the eldest sister on the reboot of “Charmed”, I, Madeleine Mantock, had the immense privilege to be a part of this magical journey. As we approach season four in 2021, I find myself saying goodbye, expressing my deep gratitude for the opportunity to work with our exceptionally talented producers, creative minds, and an unparalleled cast and crew.
It turns out that Elizabeth Keen will never discover the truth about Raymond Reddington’s identity because Megan Boone, who played her role on NBC’s The Blacklist, decided to leave at the end of season eight and was subsequently killed off before receiving a letter that would have unveiled everything. Boone closed out Liz’s journey in 2021 with an Instagram post where she referred to it as a “dream.
In the second installment of Bridgerton, there was a missing duke, referring to the departure of Rege-Jean Page, who captivated audiences worldwide with his role and later made hearts flutter everywhere when it was revealed that he would not reprise his character for the 2021 season.
Later on, he clarified to Vanity Fair, “I accepted a task, completed it, and then took on some additional tasks.” He concluded, “In essence, that’s the gist. I had hoped it would be more extravagant than that.
In 2018, Ruby Rose made her first appearance in the Arrowverse crossover and then starred as Kate Kane (also known as Batwoman) in one season of the CW drama. This marked a historical milestone as Batwoman, a lesbian character, became the first to headline her own show, following a significant TV event where she came out. However, two days after the season one finale in 2020, Rose announced her departure from the role. The part was later taken over by Javicia Leslie as Ryan Wilder, who is set to assume control of the Batcave in season two.
Later on in season two, Kate got a bit of a face swap and returned played by Wallis Day.
In 2020, at the conclusion of its fifth season, America Ferrera chose to part ways with the show Superstore, leaving her character as the absent manager of Cloud 9. The pandemic forced her to appear in the first two episodes of season six, but when it was decided that season six would be the last, she returned for the series finale to provide a satisfying conclusion for her characters Amy and Jonah (Ben Feldman)).
In the last episode of the fourth season of the Syfy series The Magicians, Jason Ralph’s character Quentin embarked on a journey to rescue Eliot (Hale Appleman), ultimately giving up his life in the process. Although the show often deals with deceased characters given its title, Ralph was absent from the fifth and final season.
Ahead of the final season, Arrow‘s Emily Bett Rickards announced her exit in a poem of sorts.
Felicity and I have a strong bond, but starting from day eight, we’ll be taking our leave from you,” she penned down.
She did, however, return for a guest appearance in the show’s 2020 series finale.
In the year 2018, after lengthy contract discussions, Lauren Cohan bid farewell to The Walking Dead. She was present in a few episodes of season nine, but following a six-year time leap, her character Maggie Greene mysteriously disappeared. There were expectations that she might reappear in some form for season 10, and when her series Whiskey Cavalier on ABC ended prematurely, those hopes materialized. Cohan made a triumphant comeback in the 16th episode of this season, which was broadcast in October 2020.
Immediately following Cohan and Andrew Lincoln’s departures from the zombie drama, Gurira also announced her exit. She first appeared on the AMC series during season three as Michonne, the character who wielded a katana. Her final appearance was in a season 10 episode that aired in March 2020.
As a prominent figure in the first season and a main cast member in the second, Nicollette Sheridan portrayed the legendary Alexis Carrington. In 2019, prior to the commencement of season three, she declared her intention to depart from the CW reboot, choosing instead to spend time with her ailing mother.
In 2019, during the third season, George Eads decided to step away from the CBS reboot, wishing to devote more attention to his loved ones.
The television show “Lethal Weapon” starring Fox has seen its fair share of cast departures. Actor Clayne Crawford was let go following the second season, and in October 2018, Damon Wayans, his co-star, declared his intention to leave the successful drama after completing the initial 13 episodes of the third season. In his own words, “I’m going to be quitting the show in December once we finish the initial 13, so I really don’t know what they’re planning, but that’s what I’m planning.” Given that Wayans is a 58-year-old diabetic working long hours of up to 16 per day, he expressed feelings of being too old for the demanding role by saying, “Murtaugh said, ‘too old for this.’
The producers didn’t have to create a backup plan because the show came to an end after the third season had finished.
During the ninth season of Shameless, Cameron Monaghan’s character found himself behind bars. In actuality, after nine years on the series, Monaghan was eager to delve into fresh opportunities. However, in a surprising turn of events often seen in television, he agreed to rejoin for season 10 and was back on set when the show resumed for its 11th and last season in December 2020.
After nine seasons as Fiona Gallagher, Emmy Rossum announced plans to leave Shameless in 2018.
John Wells, the showrunner, expressed that Emmy Rossum will always be considered a valued member of the Shameless family. Her exceptional portrayal of Fiona and her leadership on set, including directing several episodes, have significantly contributed to the show’s success. The team is currently working diligently to create a fitting finale for season nine that appropriately sends off Fiona while paying tribute to Emmy’s impressive work. Partings are never easy when a series regular leaves, but Fiona is always welcome to drop by or move back in again. John looks forward to further exploring the unpredictable tales of the Shameless family and everyone involved will miss Emmy and her remarkable portrayal of Fiona.
Chelsea Peretti initially appeared in “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” when it first aired on NBC, but she didn’t stay with the show throughout its entire run. In a series of tweets back in 2018, the actress announced her decision to depart from the comedy series, although she hinted at returning. Interestingly, she modeled her goodbye message after Emily Rossum’s farewell letter from “Shameless.” Peretti became a mother to a son with her husband, Jordan Peele, in 2017. During season five, her character was on maternity leave and missed several episodes as a result.
Lincoln bid farewell to the grime, hardship, and chaos of the zombie apocalypse on ‘The Walking Dead’, wrapping up his role in season nine. At San Diego Comic-Con in July 2018, he expressed, “This group has been my ideal substitute family. But I have a genuine family waiting for me at home, and it’s time for me to return.
15 years after donning her lab coat, Pauley Perrette chose to depart from NCIS in 2018. As she put it, “I have such strong faith in God and the universe that it became startlingly clear that this was the right moment.” After careful contemplation, she decided to break the news on Twitter herself rather than have it sensationalized. Leaving Abby was not just a television plot twist; it was more meaningful than that.
The departure of Willa Holland from The CW’s Arrow had been planned for some time, as confirmed by showrunner Marc Guggenheim to TVLine in 2018. Holland requested a decrease in her episode appearances and eventually asked to be written off during season six. Interestingly, this occurred at the same time as the return of Roy (played by Colton Haynes), Thea’s boyfriend. As such, they embarked on a journey towards the sunset, aiming to destroy the dangerous Lazarus Pits that her father had discovered before his demise.
Actress Grace Park, known for her role on “Battlestar Galactica,” departed from “Hawaii Five-0” before its eighth season in 2017. She and fellow cast member Daniel Dae Kim parted ways when talks to ensure equal pay with their other co-stars did not reach a successful conclusion.
Later on, Park shared with Entertainment Weekly, “I’m thankful for the insights gained, yet I opted for what upheld my moral principles.” He added, “I understand that everyone is making their best efforts, and they all have unique personal histories.
Similar to Park, Kim parted ways with the CBS drama during the gap between seasons seven and eight. In a Facebook post, Kim shared that deciding to depart was challenging, and he expressed his readiness to return, but unfortunately, “CBS and I couldn’t reach an agreement on the terms of a new contract.
In the fourth season finale of the NBC drama, Sophia Bush’s character was presented with a job offer from the FBI in New York, causing her to leave the city featured in the show. In late 2018, the actress revealed that she left the series due to persistent abusive treatment.
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