In a recent interview, The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey opened up about the most frustrating question they keep getting asked — and fans might be surprised by what it is.
Ramsey, who plays the tough and beloved Ellie in HBO’s hit post-apocalyptic series, said that while they love talking about the show and connecting with fans, one specific question has become a bit of a headache.
Ramsey said candidly, “The single-most frustrating question I get asked is: ‘Did you play the game?’ I get that all the time. And like, no offense to anyone — it’s totally fine — but it’s just constant!”
The actor explained that while it’s a fair question, it’s also one they’ve answered publicly many times. “It’s not that I’m annoyed at the question itself,” they said, “It’s just how often it comes up, like every single interview, every press stop.”
Fans of The Last of Us video game have been known for their passionate following, and many were curious whether Ramsey had immersed themselves in the game before stepping into Ellie’s shoes. But Ramsey has been open about choosing not to play the original game before filming to avoid mimicking the original performance by voice actress Ashley Johnson.
“I wanted to bring my own version of Ellie,” they explained. “The game is beautiful and iconic, but the show is a different medium, and I had to trust my instincts.”
Despite the repetitive questions, Ramsey said they still appreciate fans’ excitement. “It’s amazing how much people love the show. I love being Ellie. I just wish people would switch it up a bit with the questions,” they laughed.
Season 2 of The Last of Us is already in the works, and fans are buzzing about what’s next for Ellie. With filming underway and new cast members joining the apocalypse, Ramsey is back in the spotlight — and likely bracing for more game-related questions.
So next time you get the chance to chat with Bella, maybe skip the “Did you play the game?” and dive into something fresh. They’ll definitely appreciate it.