Euphoria's Maude Apatow explains in an interview why she believes her character, Lexi, is drawn toward drug dealer Fezco (Angus Cloud) in this season's potential romantic storyline. Originally premiering on HBO in June 2019, the series went on to become critically acclaimed by both audiences and critics alike, specifically praising its approach to topics like substance abuse, the performances of the cast, and the show's writing. The series is currently airing its second season which premiered on January 9, 2022.
Euphoria follows an ensemble cast of teenagers in the fictional town of East Highland as they navigate the difficult waters of drugs, addiction, mental health, sex, love, and identity. Aside from Apatow and Cloud, Euphoria's extremely talented cast includes Zendaya, Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, Sydney Sweeney, Jacob Elordi, Barbie Ferreira, Eric Dane, and Algee Smith. In the latest season, audiences have watched as Apatow and Cloud's characters have gotten closer, seemingly painting a romance in the cards for the pair in the future.
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In an interview with Collider, Apatow appeared alongside co-stars Sydney Sweeney and Alexa Demie and explained the reasons she thinks Lexi is so drawn to Fezco. Specifically, the actress explained how her character is so fascinated by Fez's personality and situation, believing that he does not want this situation for himself and that the two share similar interests and beliefs deep down. Throughout the interview, the three actors all comment on the show's latest episode and what is in store for their respective characters in the show's future. Read Apatow's comments below:
The thing that’s so interesting about Angus
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