On a recent episode of “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” Bella Ramsey made her debut appearance. The British actress, known for her role as Lyanna Mormont in “Game of Thrones,” revealed fascinating insights about her journey to perfecting an American accent.
Ramsey, who hails from Leicestershire in the United Kingdom, shared that she had a dialect coach to assist her with mastering the accent. Starting with simple phrases like “olive oil,” she gradually honed her skills. However, it wasn’t just ordinary phrases that she focused on.
For her role as Ellie in the highly anticipated show “The Last of Us,” Ramsey realized the importance of curse words in portraying the character authentically. As Ellie, she curses frequently, so incorporating these words seamlessly into her American accent was crucial. Ramsey even mentioned having a mouth “like a sailor.”
Surprisingly, Ramsey’s affinity for curse words began at a young age. She admitted to cursing since the age of six, a gift influenced by her three older brothers. Though her bold language initially shocked her mother, Ramsey’s brothers proudly proclaimed, “That’s her, mommy! That’s how she talks!”
While Ramsey has successfully mastered the American accent, she also discussed her experiences in the United Kingdom. She visited the country and found it to be an enjoyable experience, despite the high cost of living. As a testament to this, she shared a humorous anecdote about purchasing a Krispy Kreme donut for a whopping 12 American dollars from Harrods. Evidently, she miscalculated the exchange rate and felt robbed later, which led to a lighthearted exchange between her and Corden.
Moving on from her Krispy Kreme woes, Ramsey delved into her role in “The Last of Us.” She plays Ellie Williams, a character on a quest for a cure during a cordyceps infection-fueled zombie apocalypse. Ramsey expressed excitement about the show, stating that she believes it will be one of the biggest hits of the year.
When asked how she would fare in a real-life apocalypse, Ramsey humorously admitted that her response to stress is to freeze. Coincidentally, freezing is a useful tactic in the show because it makes it difficult for the “clickers” (zombies) to detect one’s presence. Referencing “Jurassic Park,” Corden expressed shock when Ramsey revealed she had never seen the iconic film series.
Overall, Bella Ramsey‘s appearance on “The Late Late Show with James Corden” provided fans with an entertaining glimpse into her journey towards mastering an American accent. As audiences eagerly await the release of “The Last of Us,” Ramsey’s charismatic personality and dedication to her craft leave no doubt that she will deliver a captivating performance.
