After a season of relational distress and a surprising amount of life-threatening incidents, The Gilded Age season 3 is coming to an end on August 10, 2025. If you're wondering, "What happens to George in The Gilded Age?

When The Gilded Age Season 3 finale opens, George lies between life and death as Dr. William Kirkland ( Jordan Donica ), who was visiting his fiancée, Peggy Scott ( Denée Benton ), across the street, tries desperately to save his life.

The Gilded Age Season 3 Episode 7 “Ex-Communicated” ends on a horrifying cliffhanger. The last shot we see on the HBO hit this week is a gun being fired at one of the show’s most beloved characters. Has co-showrunner Julian Fellowes murdered again? **Spoilers for The Gilded Age Season 3 Episode 7 “Ex-Communicated,” now streaming HBO MAX**

In a statement about the renewal, HBO exec Francesca Orsi praised Fellowes and the cast and crew for creating “a ‘can’t-miss it’ entertainment experience from week to week, and we’re delighted to continue exploring these characters’ grand ambitions for what we promise will be a thrilling fourth season.”

Episode seven ended on a cliffhanger, with an armed assailant attacking George Russell (Morgan Spector) at his home on 61st Street after Russell seemed to have successfully staved off the collapse of his company.

“The Gilded Age” killed off Claybourne Elder’s beloved character on Sunday night’s episode. John, who was a descendant of President John Adams, was fatally struck by a speeding horse carriage on the streets of New York City, moments after sharing a romantic exchange with his former lover Oscar van Rhijn (Blake Ritson).

There are a total of 8 episodes in The Gilded Age Season 3. New episodes of the addictive period drama will premiere on HBO and HBO MAX every Sunday from now through August 10.