Jennifer Lawrence has become synonymous with pop culture commentary, particularly noted for her hilarious insights on Bravo’s “Real Housewives.” Recently, during a promotional tour for her latest project with Robert Pattinson, the Oscar-winning actress shared a provocative opinion on the ongoing love triangle featured in Prime Video’s “The Summer I Turned Pretty.”
“I’ve been advised by my friends to keep this under wraps, but I’m Team Jeremiah! I really think Conrad is toxic. He had feelings for [Belly], but then left her hanging. For him to declare his love the night before her wedding? That’s just wrong. So yes, I’m firmly on Team Jeremiah. Go ahead and judge me!” Lawrence expressed during the interview.
Based on Jenny Han’s beloved book series, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” follows Belly (played by Lola Tung) as she navigates her feelings for two brothers, Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). Despite a significant portion of the fanbase aligning with Team Conrad, the series concluded with Belly and Conrad romantically together months after Belly’s engagement to Jeremiah.
Throughout the final season’s airing from July to the season finale on September 17, Prime Video struggled with intense fan reactions, leading to multiple statements urging viewers to avoid toxic online behavior. Casalegno, in particular, faced online harassment from fans who wanted Belly to end up with Conrad rather than his character, Jeremiah. The series even reminded fans that “the show isn’t real, but the actors are” with a post encouraging healthier online interactions.
“We have encountered similar situations before with adaptations. The passions of fanbases can sometimes blur the boundaries between character and actor, leading to inappropriate behavior,” said Amazon TV Chief Vernon Sanders in a statement to Variety. “We truly appreciate the enthusiasm of our fans, but we are committed to setting clear expectations for positive engagement and expressing gratitude for the creators and cast who are affected by these dynamics.”
Looking forwards, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” will continue on Prime Video with a feature film meant to resolve the series’ narrative arcs. This upcoming film will be penned by Jenny Han, who is also the author of the books that inspired the series.
Meanwhile, Lawrence’s current film, “Die My Love,” has received critical acclaim, especially after its debut at Cannes. Directed by Lynne Ramsay, known for her previous works like “We Need to Talk About Kevin” and “You Were Never Really Here,” the film dives deep into the unraveling lives of a couple following the birth of their child. “Die My Love” is set to hit theaters on November 14, distributed by Mubi.
