Euphoria Season 2: What Happened To Derek?
Euphoria season 2 delves into Cal Jacobs' backstory, revealing that he was in love with his best friend Derek in high school, but circumstances led to them getting separated. In Euphoria's attempt to have audiences sympathize with Cal, the show introduced one of its saddest and most conflicted love stories yet. Cal is introduced during his teen years as a young high school wrestler who shares a close bond with his best friend Derek, but it's quickly revealed that Cal has more than just platonic feelings for his wrestling partner. At first, it doesn't seem like Derek reciprocates those feelings, but eventually, the two share a kiss at a local bar that changes things forever.