HBO will need to recast the role of Manny in the upcoming season of The Last of Us due to scheduling conflicts involving actor Danny Ramirez. Initially, Ramirez was expected to play a more significant part in the show's third season, which will focus on Abby's story, increasing his character's prominence. The news was first reported by Nexus Point News and later confirmed.
Ramirez, known for his roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Top Gun: Maverick, portrayed Manny, a friend of Abby's who sought revenge against Joel. Despite a limited presence in the second season, his character was anticipated to gain depth in the narrative shift toward humanizing perceived villains.
Speculation surrounds Ramirez's departure, with his involvement in Avengers: Doomsday and potential participation in Avengers: Secret Wars, which is set to begin filming soon. As fans await further developments, HBO faces the challenge of finding a suitable replacement for Ramirez's role.