The Last of Us Part II, the sequel to the original game, features a deaf character named Lev who is portrayed by Ian Alexander, a deaf actor who is also known for his role in the Netflix series "The OA."
The character of Lev is a member of a group called the "Seraphites" who live in a post-apocalyptic version of Seattle. Lev communicates using American Sign Language (ASL) and his story arc explores themes of identity, family, and belonging.
Ian Alexander's casting in the role of Lev has been praised for its authentic representation of a deaf character by a deaf actor. In an interview with Polygon, Alexander talked about the importance of representation in the media and the need for more deaf actors to be given the opportunity to play deaf characters. The inclusion of a deaf actor in a major video game like The Last of Us Part II has been seen as a positive step towards greater representation of diverse actors and characters in the entertainment industry.
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