Exciting news for the fans of The Last of Us Part II TV series! The latest cast member to join the second season of HBO’s The Last of Us has been revealed. Isabela Merced from Instant Family has been chosen to play Dina!
The announcement, shared by Max and Naughty Dog, marks the third casting for the new season in the last few days. First, Kaitlyn Dever from Booksmart was cast as Abby, followed by Young Mazino from Beef as Jesse.
Creators Neil Druckmann and showrunner/director Craig Mazin expressed their excitement about Isabela Merced joining the team in an interview with Variety, describing Dina as a complex and lovable character that Isabela embodies effortlessly.
The critically acclaimed video game adaptation, starring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey, has been making waves, and the anticipation for the new season, which is expected to cover the events of The Last of Us Part II, is sky-high.
Dina, a pivotal character in the sequel, is described as “a free-wheeling spirit whose devotion to Ellie will be tested by the brutality of the world they inhabit.” Merced’s versatility as an actress makes her a promising choice for this role.
Isabela Merced has been making significant strides in the entertainment industry, appearing in major franchises such as Transformers: The Last Knight and Dora and the Lost City of Gold. Her upcoming roles in iconic franchises like Alien, DC, and Spider-Man demonstrate her rising stardom.
Given her busy schedule, Merced’s commitment to portraying Dina is commendable, and fans are eager to see her interpretation of this strong and multi-dimensional character.
The second season of The Last of Us is set to start filming later this year and is expected to premiere next year. Stay tuned for further updates on the cast and release date. In the meantime, fans can prepare for the upcoming release of The Last of Us Part II Remastered for PS5 on January 19.

