Foundation season 3 is shedding new light on one of its most complex characters – and their actor suggests things might not end well for her: 'She's spiraling inwards'

• Foundation season 3 is digging deeper into Demerzel's backstory and current motivations
• The actor portraying her has discussed on the sudden existential crisis she's suffering from
• Demerzel has started unloading her thoughts, feelings, and history to a close confidante

Foundation actor Laura Birn has lifted the lid on the inner turmoil that's gripped Demerzel so far this season.

Speaking to TechRadar ahead of Foundation season 3's launch in early July, Birn explained how events in the Apple TV Original's fourth chapter, as well as what's happened in prior seasons, are causing a crisis of confidence for Empire's usually unflappable robot advisor.

Full spoilers immediately follow for Foundation's story so far, up to and including its most recent entry. turn back now if you're not caught up.