Introduced in Season 2 through flashbacks,Holly was a fierce advocate for womens rightslong before Gilead seized control.
All of that changed after Gilead.
Now, with Hollys sudden return in Season 6, that long-closed door reopens.
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At first, their reunion is a much-needed moment of tenderness.
But by Episode 2, following a month-long time jump, tensions rise.
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ stars Elisabeth Moss in a career-defining role.
What Does Holly’s Return Mean for June in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Season 6?
Eventually, theyre able to reconcile and share a genuine heart-to-heart.
June agrees and, in a tender moment, tells her mother about Nicoles real name.
And it sets the stage beautifullyfor the emotional depth this final seasonhas delivered so far.
Both actors haveonly grown more formidablesince their last scenes together.
Watching them share the screen now is exactly what we were all hoping for.
Her performance as Holly is subtle and powerful in all the right moments, even with limited screen time.
Shes been nominated twice for Emmys for this role and won once atestament to the impact shes had.
New episodes ofThe Handmaid’s Tale’s final season drop Tuesdays on Hulu.
The first three episodes of Season 6 are available to stream.
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