In a bittersweet revelation, Storm Reid officially confirmed that her character, Gia Bennett, will not be returning for the highly anticipated third season of HBO’s “Euphoria.”
The news has shocked fans, as Gia’s dynamic relationship with her troubled sister, Rue (played by Zendaya), has been a grounding element in the show’s emotionally charged storyline.
It has been a challenging and uneven journey to Euphoria season 3. The HBO series, developed by Sam Levinson in 2019, achieved remarkable success with its second season, gaining unprecedented viewership and sparking intense discussions across social media with each episode.
Fans frequently took to X to post in real-time about the entire second season, sharing theories, discussing storylines, and creating memes. The level of interest was so significant that X confirmed that Euphoria had become the most-tweeted-about television show of the decade prior to the season 2 finale on February 27, 2022. Consequently, fans eagerly anticipate any updates regarding “Euphoria” Season 3.
On Friday, July 12, HBO issued an official announcement revealing that filming for season 3 of Euphoria is scheduled to start in January 2025, and all of the primary cast members are expected to return.
Well, except one.
Speaking about her departure, Storm Reid expressed gratitude for her time on the critically acclaimed series. “I’m very excited for season 3,” she shared. “Unfortunately, Gia’s not returning for the third season. But I’m so, so indebted to the cast and the crew of that show, to HBO.”
Reid reflected on the impact “Euphoria” has had, both on her career and on the cultural landscape. “Euphoria is a really special thing. And I’m so glad that that’s a part of my legacy and that I was part of such a cultural phenomenon. I’m forever grateful. Forever indebted.”
While fans may be heartbroken by Gia’s absence, Reid’s excitement for the show’s future remains unwavering. “I can’t wait to see what season three has in store. I’m very excited,” she said, leaving fans curious about how the series will evolve without Gia’s presence.
For now, “Euphoria” fans will have to prepare themselves for a new chapter—one that may feel just a little emptier without Gia Bennett’s presence.
