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'Sex and the City' Star Sarah Jessica Parker Shrugs Off 'Hate Watch' Criticism
18 Aug
Summary
- Sarah Jessica Parker unconcerned by 'hate watch' criticism of 'And Just Like That'
- Series finale praised as a 'triumph' despite not being a 'happily-ever-after'
- Showrunner says they ended the show where the story naturally concluded
In a recent interview, Sarah Jessica Parker, the actress who portrayed Carrie Bradshaw in the iconic 'Sex and the City' series and its more recent sequel 'And Just Like That', has revealed that she is not overly concerned by the 'hate watch' criticism the show has faced.
The 'And Just Like That' series, which reunited the original cast minus Kim Cattrall, became HBO Max's most-watched series debut upon its release in 2021. However, the viewership declined over the course of the three seasons, leading some fans to describe it as a 'hate watch'.
Despite this, Parker remains confident in the creative decisions made for the show. She stated that the team always worked hard to tell stories that were interesting and real, and that the meaningful connections the show has made with audiences are more important than any negative perceptions.
The series came to an end last week, with showrunner Michael Patrick King defending the controversial finale. He described it as a 'triumph', even though it was not an 'easy happily-ever-after' for Carrie Bradshaw. Parker echoed this sentiment, saying the team felt it was the 'honorable thing to do' to conclude the story where it naturally ended, rather than continuing with familiar and easy storylines.
Overall, the 'Sex and the City' franchise has maintained its cultural relevance and impact, even as it navigates the complexities of continuing a beloved story in a changing landscape.
