Euphoria consistently delivers intense drama, but the latest episode of season 3 left viewers reeling with its shocking finale. Following episode 3, fans are left questioning the fate of Nate Jacobs (Jacob Elordi) after he navigates a chaotic wedding to Cassie Howard (Sydney Sweeney) filled with unexpected violence.
Is Nate alive or has he met his end in season 3? Hollywood Life provides an in-depth analysis of what we know so far regarding his fate. (Warning: spoilers ahead from season 3, episode 7 of Euphoria)
What Events Unfolded at the Conclusion of Euphoria Season 3, Episode 3?
Episode 3 culminates in the tumultuous wedding of Nate and Cassie. This ceremony, intended to represent a moment of stability in their chaotic lives, instead becomes a powder keg for escalating tensions and conflicts.
During the reception, Nate becomes embroiled in controversy. While Cassie dreams of having the perfect wedding, she soon discovers that her husband has been deceiving her. Fans were not surprised to learn that Nate is in debt to Naz (Jack Topalian), who reveals Nate’s lies, leading to a dramatic confrontation where Cassie expresses her outrage.

As they return home, Nate expresses remorse to Cassie, promising her an unforgettable wedding night. this promise is quickly overshadowed when Naz and his accomplice ambush them, ready to exact brutal revenge.
Naz violently strikes Cassie, leaving her injured and distraught over the destruction of her wedding night, focusing on her own pain rather than Nate’s dire situation. After mercilessly beating Nate, Naz and his thug resort to mutilating him by severing his pinky toe.

Is Nate’s Character Ultimately Killed Off in Euphoria Season 3?
The final moments of episode 3 strongly imply that Nate’s life is in jeopardy, though Euphoria refrains from directly depicting his death. Instead, the scene lingers, leaving viewers unsure of his fate.
Regardless of how fans feel about it, Nate’s character has significantly influenced the arcs of several characters, including Rue Bennett (Zendaya) and Cassie (Sweeney). Euphoria has a history of making bold narrative choices.
It turns out that Nate does not die in episode 3; instead, his demise occurs in episode 7. In this episode, Nate finds himself buried alive in a coffin by Naz, who initially plans to leave him there for 72 hours while Cassie attempts to gather the million dollars he owes. a rattlesnake makes its way into Nate’s breathing pipe from the surface and delivers a fatal bite, resulting in his death.
Naz does not escape unscathed; Alamo (Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje) ultimately shoots him in episode 7, ensuring a dramatic turn of events.
When Can Viewers Expect New Episodes of Euphoria? Complete Episode Schedule
As with previous seasons, Euphoria maintains a weekly release schedule on HBO, with new episodes debuting on Sunday nights. Here’s a complete episode guide 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









