for persisting that the controversial HBO series exploited its female actors on set when many of them, from Lily-Rose Depp to Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Adams herself, have stressed otherwise.
“The Idol” generated controversy long before it started its five-episode run on HBO. An investigative report published by Rolling Stone in March claimed the series’ set was exploitative. Many of the show’s female actors have denounced the report and have stressed they felt safe during the making of the show.
“I love the show,” Adams told Vanity Fair. “These days, to certain people, you almost have to apologize when you dislike something or you love something. I don’t really care anymore. That is one good thing about being a gray-haired lady — it’s almost like you get a license to not care.”