White Lotus Composer Cristóbal Tapia de Veer Quits Amid Dispute with Mike White

Cristóbal Tapia de Veer, the composer for HBO's 'White Lotus,' announced he will not return for the show's fourth season due to creative differences with creator Mike White. Tapia de Veer expressed frustrations over White's preference for a more relaxed style of music, contrasting with his own darker compositions that became iconic in the series. The tension escalated following the release of Season 3, where fans were disappointed by the removal of the beloved 'ooh-loo-loo-loos' from the theme. De Veer suggested releasing a longer version of the theme to satisfy fans, but White rejected the idea, leading to a final fallout between the two. Despite the conflicts, Tapia de Veer reflected on his tenure with pride, emphasizing the acclaim his music received, including three Emmy Awards. His departure adds to the ongoing drama surrounding the series as it continues to attract attention both on and off-screen.