Zendaya reignited speculation about a behind-the-scenes feud with Euphoria creator Sam Levinson after a tense moment on the red carpet at the show’s season 3 premiere.
the drama The actress seemed reluctant to pose with the director.
The incident unfolded when Zendaya briefly greeted Levinson before quickly walking away, leaving photographers without the expected reunion photo.
Clips of the exchange circulated online, and fans noted Levinson’s frustrated expression as Zendaya ran off the carpet.
The icy moment has added fuel to long-standing rumors of discord between the two, which reportedly began during the show’s extended hiatus.
Once considered close collaborators, Zendaya’s portrayal of Rue Bennett was largely inspired by Levinson’s own struggles with addiction; Their relationship soured after Levinson shifted his focus to development. the idol in 2023.
the sun reported that Robert Pattinson’s co-star was frustrated by the lack of progress on euphoriaseason 3.
He even met with HBO executives to ask why Levinson was prioritizing another project.
Levinson’s camp, however, pointed to Zendaya’s busy film schedule, which includes Challengers and Dune: Part Twoas a delay factor.
Zendaya later rejected claims that her commitments stalled production.
She told Vanity Fair in 2024 that she had been “open, just waiting” for the series to pick up.
