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Euphoria never hesitates to deliver shocking moments, but the most recent installment of season 3 left audiences stunned with its sinister conclusion. Following episode 3, which left Nate Jacobs‘ (Jacob Elordi) outcome uncertain, viewers questioned whether he perished or managed to survive a violent altercation post-ceremony with Cassie Howard (Sydney Sweeney).
So, is Nate deceased or still among the living in season 3? Hollywood Life delves into the available information regarding the character’s destiny. (Caveat: Spoilers ahead for season 3, episode 7 of Euphoria)
What Transpired at the Climax of Euphoria Season 3, Episode 3?
Episode 3 culminates in the lead-up to Nate and Cassie’s tumultuous wedding. The ceremony, intended as a rare moment of tranquility in an otherwise chaotic existence, becomes the stage for mounting tensions to erupt.
As the reception progresses, Nate becomes the focal point of conflict. While Cassie envisioned a grand wedding celebration, she discovers her new spouse is deceitful, a revelation that hardly surprised viewers. Due to Nate’s substantial debt to Naz (Jack Topalian), Naz exposes Nate’s dishonesty, prompting Cassie to confront Nate in a furious outburst.
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As the newly married couple heads home, Nate extends an apology to his bride and promises an unforgettable wedding night. However, this pledge is unfulfilled as Naz and his associates lie in wait to ambush the couple as they enter their residence, launching a brutal assault on Nate.
Naz even strikes Cassie directly in the face, leaving her weeping and bleeding profusely, lamenting the ruin of her wedding night. In typical Cassie fashion, her concern is solely for her ruined celebration, rather than her new husband enduring a severe beating. Following their vicious assault, Naz and his accomplice sever Nate’s pinky toe.
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Does Nate Perish in Euphoria Season 3?
The concluding moments of episode 3 heavily imply that Nate’s life might be at its end, yet Euphoria refrains from explicitly depicting a death. Instead, the camera holds, leaving Nate’s fate ambiguous.
Regardless of whether fans are prepared to acknowledge it, his presence has significantly influenced the narratives of several characters, including Rue Bennett (Zendaya) and Cassie (Sweeney). Nonetheless, Euphoria has never shied away from making bold narrative choices.
It is revealed that Nate does not succumb in episode 3; he meets his end in episode 7, where he is buried alive in a casket by Naz. The initial intention was merely to confine him for 72 hours while Cassie arranged to pay the million dollars he owed. However, a venomous rattlesnake descends through Nate’s air passage from above and bites him, resulting in the demise of the controversial figure.
Naz does not escape repercussions; Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje) manages to fatally shoot him in episode 7.
When Do New Episodes of Euphoria Premiere? View Episode Schedule
Consistent with preceding seasons, Euphoria adheres to a weekly release pattern on HBO. New installments debut on Sunday evenings. Below is the comprehensive episode schedule for season 3:
- Episode 1 (“Andale”) — April 12, 2026
- Episode 2 (“America My Dream”) — April 19, 2026
- Episode 3 (“The Ballad of Paladin”) — April 26, 2026
- Episode 4 (“Kitty Likes to Dance”) — May 3, 2026
- Episode 5 (“This Little Piggy”) — May 10, 2026
- Episode 6 (“Stand Still and See”) — May 17, 2026
- Episode 7 (“Rain or Shine”) — May 24, 2026
- Episode 8 (Finale) — May 31, 2026