In the second season of BBC’s prison drama Time, non-binary actor Bella Ramsey has taken the spotlight, delivering a remarkable performance that transcends gender boundaries. Ramsey, known for their roles in “The Last of Us,” plays the character of Kelsey, a pregnant heroine addict, in this three-episode mini-series created by Jimmy McGovern.
As the season premiered, audiences were captivated by Ramsey’s portrayal of Kelsey, a street-savvy yet vulnerable character. Ramsey’s ability to breathe life into Kelsey, despite initial apprehensions, drew praise from viewers and critics alike. Their portrayal has been described as “award-worthy” and “extraordinary.”
While Ramsey continues to make strides for transgender, non-binary, and genderqueer talent in the TV industry, they recently clarified their pronouns in an Instagram post. While stating that ‘they/them’ “describe me most accurately,” Ramsey emphasized that they “don’t mind” which pronouns people use for them and “never wanted it to be a big deal.” They emphasized, “It’s impossible to misgender me.”
Critics have also lauded Ramsey’s performance, with The Guardian describing them as the standout star of the series, particularly in their pregnancy storyline. The Independent commended Ramsey’s confident portrayal, noting their ability to bring childlike vulnerability to the role.
Bella Ramsey’s journey as a non-binary actor continues to inspire and pave the way for greater LGBTQ+ representation in the television industry. “Time” airs every Sunday at 9pm on BBC One, with the full series available on BBC iPlayer for those who want to witness Ramsey’s groundbreaking performance.