Joel Miller is a central character in 'The Last of Us', a critically acclaimed action-adventure video game series developed by Naughty Dog. He is a hardened survivor of a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a fungal infection, which has decimated much of humanity. Known for his gruff demeanor and skilled survival instincts, Joel forms a father-daughter bond with Ellie, a young girl immune to the infection, as they journey across the United States. His complex character explores themes of loss, redemption, and the moral ambiguities of survival.