Orange Is The New Black Poussey Dies

Hey there, fellow binge-watchers! Let's dive into the world of Litchfield and chat about that heart-wrenching moment in Orange Is The New Black, yeah?

Poussey's Time of the Essence

So, we all knew the drill - OITNB was never gonna be a walk in the park, right? But when they dropped the news that Samira Wiley was leaving the show, we were like, "Nooo, not our beloved Poussey!"

And then, boom! Season 6, Episode 12, "The Tightrope," and there it was - the moment we'd been dreading. Poussey, our sweet, sassy, and oh-so-smart Poussey, was gone. It was like a punch to the gut, amirite?

How It All Went Down

Now, let's rewind a sec. If you've been living under a rock (or just haven't watched the show yet, shame on you!), Poussey's death happened during a prison riot. She was trying to save her girl, Brook, from getting hurt, and in the chaos, she ended up under Bayley's boot. It was a tragic accident, but man, it hit us hard.

Watching Poussey take her last breath, with Taystee holding her and singing "The Rainbow Connection" - yeah, we ugly-cried all over our popcorn. It was brutal, but it was also a powerful reminder of the real-life issues OITNB tackles.

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Poussey's Legacy Lives On

Alright, let's lighten the mood a bit. Poussey might be gone, but she sure left her mark on Litchfield. She was the heart of the show, the voice of reason, and the queen of one-liners. Remember these gems?

"I'm not a monster, I'm just a bitch."

"I'm not a criminal, I'm a human being."

And who could forget her epic dance moves? Poussey was all about living life to the fullest, and that's something we can all take away from her character.

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Moving Forward

So, what now? Well, OITNB's not the same without Poussey, that's for sure. But the show must go on, and we've still got our favorite inmates to root for. Plus, with Netflix's upcoming spinoff, we might just get a little more Poussey in our lives. Fingers crossed!

In the end, it's all about celebrating Poussey's life and the impact she had on us. She was a force to be reckoned with, and she'll always be our favorite inmate #1. So, here's to you, Poussey Washington - you'll be missed, but never forgotten.

And hey, if you're feeling down about Poussey's departure, just remember: "It's not a crime to be a bitch; it's a survival skill." Now go forth and be fabulous, just like our girl Poussey.