The Boys actor Tomer Capone has spoken out about his character Frenchie’s death in the penultimate episode of the show’s final season, admitting he still cannot bring himself to watch it. Frenchie died after confronting Homelander to protect his partner Kimiko.
Capone, 40, told Variety: “It’s too close, man. I’m too attached. It’s the longest character I’ve ever had in my career. Frenchie has been there for five seasons, and at the moment it feels too close to watch.” He added: “I did my best, and there’s no turning back.”
The show’s creator Eric Kripke said Frenchie’s death was inevitable, explaining to The Hollywood Reporter: “You can’t have a shot at victory unless it costs your heroes something that’s really hard.” He noted that the death had to be “the most heart wrenching” and that Frenchie’s romance with Kimiko made him the right choice.
The final episode of The Boys will be released on Prime Video on Wednesday 20 May.
