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entertainment11 days ago•24 min saved

Amy Seimetz Reshapes Her TV Comeback With The Testaments After Idol Fallout

Amy Seimetz discusses her vivid return to TV in Hulu’s The Testaments as Paula, balancing acting with directing, and reflecting on her exit from The Idol; she auditioned for a role that pushed her beyond her comfort zone, praises The Handmaid’s Tale universe and Margaret Atwood’s darkly funny, human storytelling, and notes she’s already moving on with other projects like Mr. & Mrs. Smith and a documentary collaboration with Jillian Mayer.

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entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

The Weeknd Addresses Production Troubles and Criticism Surrounding 'The Idol'

The Weeknd has called reports of disorder on the set of his upcoming HBO series, The Idol, "ridiculous." The singer, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, responded to a Rolling Stone article with a clip from the show that mocks the magazine's influence. Tesfaye defended the show against allegations of a "rape-y" narrative, saying logistical difficulties with original director Amy Seimetz's schedule and a desire not to rush his first show were behind the overhaul. Sam Levinson replaced Seimetz as director. Tesfaye denied it was his decision to feature his character more in the rewrites.

via Hollywood Reporter|

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