The hit HBO drama Euphoria officially closed its doors on May 31, 2026, ending a three-season run that became a massive fixture in modern television. As fans continue to dissect the controversial final episode, titled “In God We Trust,” one former cast member is finding humor in her decision to skip the series’ final outing.
Actress Storm Reid, known for her role as Gia Bennett, the younger sister of the show’s protagonist, took to social media to troll her absence from the conclusion of the series. While the finale shocked viewers by confirming the deaths of several central characters, Reid made it clear she has no regrets about stepping away from the chaotic world of East Highland high school before the final curtain call, noting that while Euphoria may be over, she is still feeling quite euphoric herself.
Reid’s departure was not a last-minute decision. According to a report by TVLine, the actress confirmed she was moving on from the show back in late 2024. At the time, she explained that it was a mutual agreement to end her character’s arc, as there was simply nowhere left for Gia to go within the story’s development.
The finale’s grim conclusion, which saw the demise of Rue Bennett and Nate Jacobs, served as the final chapter for the HBO production. Reid’s lighthearted comments offer a stark contrast to the dark tone of the show’s final minutes, which have dominated social media conversations since the episode aired on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Reid is not the only face missing from the final episodes. The show’s production had to account for significant shifts in its ensemble cast over the last two years, according to E! News, with Barbie Ferreira and Austin Abrams also exiting before the third season, and the production navigating the real-life losses of Angus Cloud and Eric Dane.