Danny Ramirez will not return for 'The Last of Us' Season 3 due to scheduling conflicts, as reported by Deadline. Ramirez played Manny Alvarez, a Firefly, in four episodes of Season 2. While Ramirez departs, co-creator Craig Mazin indicated that other characters, including those presumed dead, may reappear. Neil Druckmann is stepping back from directing and writing for Season 3 but remains an executive producer. Season 3 is expected to explore Abby's perspective and answer lingering plot questions.