Barbie Ferreira Discusses Euphoria Exit and New Ventures

Barbie Ferreira has clarified the circumstances surrounding her departure from the HBO series Euphoria, dispelling rumors of on-set drama and a contentious exit. Speaking on The Viall Files podcast, Ferreira reiterated that her decision to leave was mutual with showrunner Sam Levinson, citing that there was no further storyline for her character, Kat Hernandez. Despite rumors, she affirmed that she never walked off the set and maintains good relationships with her former castmates, who have supported her in her new ventures, including her recent Broadway play, Cult of Love. Ferreira expressed her fondness for her character and the impact it had on her fans, while also highlighting her desire to avoid being stereotyped as the 'fat best friend.' The actress is currently working on new projects, including a film with John Leguizamo, and reflects positively on the role Euphoria played in shaping her career. HBO has confirmed Euphoria's continuation with season 3 already in production.