Why Did Barbie Ferreira’s Kat Leave Euphoria Before Season 3?

Story by Apoorv Rastogi

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Barbie Ferreira's abrupt exit from 'Euphoria' before season 3 shakes up the hit HBO series, leaving fans questioning the fate of her character Kat.

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Ferreira cited the lack of an effective character arc for Kat as the reason for her departure, saying 'I don't think there was a place for her to go' on the show.
The 27-year-old actress also revealed her desire to move beyond playing the 'fat best friend' trope, suggesting that showrunner Sam Levinson couldn't fully relate to her character's experiences.

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