(WARNING: This post contains major spoilers for Euphoria, Season 3, Episode 7 and 8.)
the trance The Season 3 finale featured several major twists, emotional reunions, and shocking character developments as the hit HBO drama concluded its long-awaited return. Following the death of Nate Jacobs in the penultimate episode, the final act focused on the fallout for those closest to him, particularly Cassie and Maddie, whose fractured friendship took an unexpected turn.
From Nate’s tragic fate to where Cassie and Maddy ended up, here’s a breakdown of the biggest moments in Euphoria’s season 3 finale.
How did Nate Jacobs die in the Euphoria season 3 finale?
Nate Jacobs (played by Jacob Jacob Al-Wardi) did not survive the final stage of orgasm. In Episode 7, Nate is buried alive by loan shark Naz due to his mounting debts. He was trapped underground, later bitten by a rattlesnake, and ultimately died before the events of the season three finale. His death became the central event that shaped the final episode and the futures of several major characters.
Elordi was not surprised by Nate’s fate. Reflecting on the shocking death in an interview with Entertainment WeeklyThe actor admitted that he had a feeling it was coming. “When I read the script, I knew it was coming,” Elordi said. “Yes, I think there was a part of me that knew he was going to have to get his sweets at some point.”
What happened to Cassie in the Euphoria season 3 finale?
Cassie Howard (portrayed by Sidney Sweeney) She spends the finale mourning Nate Jacobs after his death in Episode 7. Months later, she is still struggling to get over the loss, which continues to shape many of her decisions.
Despite the tragedy, Cassie remains committed to the online career she built throughout season three. Rather than abandoning this part of her life, the ending suggests that she continues to rely on her newfound fame while dealing with the aftermath of Nate’s death.
One of Cassie’s most emotional moments comes when she reconnects with Maddie Perez. After years of friendship, betrayal, and heartbreak, the former best friends reconcile and decide to move forward together.
What happened to Maddie at the end of Euphoria season 3?
Maddie Perez (played by Alexa Demi) receives one of the most surprising final endings. After years of heartbreak, betrayal, and drama involving Nate, Maddie chooses to move forward rather than stay stuck in the past.
In one of the episode’s biggest twists, Maddie reconciles with Cassie despite the damage Nate has done to their friendship. Months after Nate’s death, the former best friends are living together in Cassie’s OnlyFans content house, where Maddy helps run the operation while supporting Cassie through her grief.
Their unconventional arrangement indicates how much their relationship has changed. As Cassie continues to build her online empire, Maddie stays by her side.
