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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Trisha Kae Andrada

Did Bella Ramsey Actually Demand That Mothercare Change Its Name to Be More Inclusive of All Parents?

Bella Ramsey at the 2025 South by Southwest festival. (Credit: Bea Phi/Wikimedia Commons)

Over the past week, social media has been abuzz with claims that The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey called on baby essentials retailer Mothercare to change its name to include all parents, including fathers and non-binary caregivers.

Posts on Facebook suggested Ramsey, who identifies as non-binary, had urged the brand to rethink its name to make it more inclusive. One post featured their supposed comment that says: 'Not all mothers are female. The name needs to evolve.' Another account claimed Ramsey ignited an online debate after the remark. These posts quickly gained traction, sparking discussion among fans and critics alike.

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