Since some of the Covey's songs survived into the trilogy through Katniss Everdeen, who learned them from her father, it's been theorized that they are descendants of the Covey— probably through Maude Ivory, who shared Katniss's ability to memorize music after a listen or two.

Is Katniss Everdeen related to Covey?

Any relation between Katniss and the Covey is unconfirmed, but similarities in values and personal history are undeniable. The character of Maude Ivory is introduced and revealed to be not only Covey, but Lucy Gray's cousin in The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.

Is Katniss related to Lucy Gray?

Katniss and Lucy Gray are not related beyond their shared District 12 and loving hearts. Fan speculation that the two are related is tantalizing, especially following Lucy Gray's love affair with young Snow. "I've heard that fan theory often. But it's not true," says director Francis Lawrence.

Is Maude Ivory Katniss's grandmother?

Maude Ivory's decision to stay in District 12 could have led to her becoming Katniss' grandmother. While author Suzanne Collins has not confirmed this theory, the upcoming film adaptation of The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes could potentially explore this connection and bring the two stories together even more.

What does covey mean in Hunger Games?

Covey is a term used to refer to a mature bird or pair of birds with a brood of young, as well as to a small flock of birds.

Is Lucy Gray Related to Katniss? (Hunger Games Theory)

How was Lucy Gray reaped?

It turned out that Lucy Gray was purposely reaped by the mayor because Mayfair had a relationship with Lucy Gray's ex-lover, Billy Taupe, and Mayfair did not like this. As a result, Mayor Lipp struck Lucy Gray in the face, resulting in a horrible bruise.

Did Katniss know about Lucy Gray?

The actor, whose knowledge of the franchise is extensive, also points out that Katniss will have likely never known about Lucy Gray. "She's not aware that there was ever a female victor from District 12," she explains.

Is Lucy Grey Katniss's mom?

The Hunger Games franchise has never confirmed that Lucy Gray and Katniss are related, despite speculation.

Is Katniss' father related to Lucy Grey?

Fans online who have read Songbirds & Snakes theorize that Lucy Gray and Katniss aren't directly related, but instead that Katniss is the granddaughter of Lucy Gray's cousin, Maude Ivory, who is introduced in the movie, too.

Is Lucy Gray President Coin's mother?

Lucy Gray's Potential Descendants

Since she'd be around 21 to 31 when Coin was born, it's not an outrageous thought that she could be Coin's mother. Unfortunately, unless Suzanne Collins provides that information, there's no way to prove or disprove this theory, and fans can only keep guessing.

Did President Snow love Lucy Gray?

Coriolanus Snow Believed He Loved Lucy Gray - But It Was a Possessive Love. Though it's a little more complicated to tell without his internal dialogue in the Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes movie, the book reveals that Coriolanus legitimately believed that he was in love—especially when they were in District 12.

Why did Lucy Gray turn on Coriolanus?

While they were walking away from District 12 making their escape, Coriolanus made a comment about having killed three people. Lucy Gray quickly did the math and realized that she had only known about two of them, and that Coriolanus had been lying to her, sowing doubt in her mind about him and their plan.

Is Katniss President Snow's daughter?

Hunger Games Theory Suggests Katniss Is President Snow's Granddaughter.

How is Lucy related to Katniss?

The Hunger Games franchise has never confirmed that Lucy Gray and Katniss are related, despite speculation.

Are Katniss and Prim half sisters?

Prim is the youngest of the Everdeen family; her sister is Katniss. Her father, Mr. Everdeen, died in a mine explosion four years before, leaving her mother, sister, and herself alone.

Did Coriolanus Snow marry?

It is heavily implied that he marries Olivia Cardo. She was one of the top performers at the Academy. and was one of the first mentors in the game. to a male tribute from district ones.

Did Katniss remind Snow of Lucy Gray?

He'll never know, because Lucy Gray disappears forever, a loose end that will drive him mad. When Katniss appears decades later, also from District 12 and with a knack for singing, she already reminds Snow of his lost love.

Do they mention Lucy Gray in The Hunger Games?

Collins says that while Lucy isn't mentioned by name in Hunger Games, she is responsible for bringing entertainment to the Hunger Games, and her legacy lives on through her songs like "The Hanging Tree" and "Deep in the Meadow."

Does Coriolanus ever see Lucy Gray again?

Coriolanus asks to be sent to District 12 and on the way, he meets Serjanus who is also going to work as a peacekeeper. Then, at a bar, he comes across Lucy Gray Baird again. Soon, they reunite, share a kiss and begin a secret relationship.

What happened to Lucy Gray after the Hunger Games?

Both the book and movie leave Lucy Gray's ending quite ambiguous. Dean of the Academy Casca Highbottom (Peter Dinklage) underscores that point to Snow in the final moments of the film, confirming that she's simply vanished without a trace. Dr. Gaul even wipes all the video footage of Lucy Gray's games.

Did Lucy Gray write The Hanging Tree?

"The Hanging Tree" has a brief backstory in The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. It was one of many songs composed by Lucy Gray Baird, and it was written about the execution of Arlo Chance at the real hanging tree. The song was banned by Commander Hoff, who considered it rebellious.

What did snow do to Tigris?

She is only told that Tigris used to be a stylist for the Hunger Games, like Cinna, and that Snow fired her himself. Over the years, possibly to deal with the pain caused by her cousin's sadistic rise to power, Tigris tattooed and surgically altered her appearance so much that she looked more feline than human.

Is Lucy Gray Katniss's grandmother?

The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes Can Clear Up The Theory

It is very unlikely that Lucy made it out of the story alive, and this leaves the door open for only Maude Ivory to be Katniss' grandmother - making Lucy Gray related to Katniss and trying the two stories together even more than they already are.

Why did Lucy Gray mention Katniss?

“Katniss” we learn, was Lucy Gray's preferred term for the swamp potato the Covey used to dig up near the lake. (I do want to point out the word “katniss” does exist in the real world. This wasn't a word invented by Collins.)

What did the Hanging Tree song mean?

The narrator of the song—the dead man—wanted his love to come to meet him at the hanging tree, where he was strung up by a noose—a rope necklace. The man preferred for him and his lover to hang dead in a tree over suffering under oppression. Again, this was something Katniss could understand.