Nivola’s Controversial Role in “The White Lotus”
When Alessandro Nivola landed his breakthrough role in the hit series The White Lotus, little did he know that he would be at the center of a controversial scene that would spark outrage among viewers. The now-infamous incest scene involving Nivola and Patrick Schwarzenegger, who portrayed his on-screen brother, was labeled as “disturbing” by some audience members.
Reflecting on the scene, Nivola confessed that it was a strange experience to kiss his male co-star. He admitted, “It was very weird kissing Patrick because he’s a really good friend of mine. And, you know, I’m straight, he’s straight. It’s already weird. Patrick was already like a brother to me. It felt sort of f—-d up.”
Adding to the controversy, Nivola’s mother, Mortimer, shared her thoughts on her son’s intimate scenes in The White Lotus, including a threesome with Schwarzenegger and co-star Charlotte Le Bon. Mortimer, known for her role in The Pink Panther, described the experience as “crazy” but not entirely unexpected in the world of acting.
She mused, “It’s so crazy, all of it. It wasn’t particularly crazier than having my boy go off to Thailand for so long. Of course it was a bit bizarre, but being married to an actor, we’ve all had to watch each other do strange things.”
The controversial storyline and daring performances in The White Lotus have certainly sparked conversations and divided opinions among viewers. As Nivola continues to push boundaries in his acting career, it remains to be seen how he will navigate future roles that challenge societal norms.
