Carrie Coon on Cut Storyline in The White Lotus

Carrie Coon, star of The White Lotus, revealed that a storyline involving her character's non-binary child was cut from the show following Donald Trump's re-election. Originally, Coon's character, Laurie, struggled with her child's identity, which added depth to the narrative of political and personal conflict. Creator Mike White decided to remove the scene, feeling it was too small to address the large issue of transgender rights amidst the political climate, especially in light of the Trump administration's policies against transgender people. Despite the cut, White is known for engaging with challenging cultural conversations, reflecting on his own family's history with such issues. This change has sparked discussions about the show's handling of controversial topics and its future potential to explore similar themes.