After Sunday night’s season finale of The White Lotus, fans are still talking.
The emotional final episode has left viewers grappling with the twists and turns, but there’s one particular topic that’s caught everyone’s attention: rumors of a behind-the-scenes feud between two of the show’s stars, Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins.
The Alleged Feud
The two actors, who portrayed the couple Chelsea and Rick in season three, are said to be on bad terms off-camera. The source of the speculation? Their social media activity—or lack thereof.
Fans have noticed that the two do not follow each other on Instagram, which has raised some eyebrows.
A deeper dive into their social media reveals that, despite Aimee not following Walton’s personal account, she does follow his business page, Goggle Glasses. This has only fueled the rumors even more.
Social Media Theories and Fan Reactions
Theories about what could have caused the rift between the co-stars have taken over platforms like Reddit, TikTok, and X.
One user shared their shock over the situation, pointing out how Walton frequently posts about The White Lotus and tags everyone except Aimee Lou Wood.
“They used to idolize each other,” one commenter noted, questioning the sudden shift in their relationship.
Another fan pointed out how Walton had posted an album of behind-the-scenes photos with Aimee, but still failed to tag her in the tribute.
This post, featuring a 18-slide Instagram story set to Silver Springs by Fleetwood Mac, was particularly perplexing to fans who were confused by the omission.
A More Measured Take
While some fans have jumped to conclusions, others, like music critic Carl Wilson, offered a more grounded perspective.
Wilson suggested that this kind of emotional intensity between actors isn’t uncommon, especially when they move on to new projects and drift apart.
“Actors are constantly emotionally over the top with each other, until they move on to their next job and don’t even keep in touch,” he explained.
What Walton and Aimee Said About Their Characters
Despite the gossip, both actors have shared heartfelt messages about their characters and the season’s conclusion.
Walton posted an emotional message on Instagram following the finale, describing his and Aimee’s on-screen relationship as a “love story” hindered by childhood trauma.
He expressed gratitude for Aimee’s partnership, writing, “Thank you Aimee Lou for being my partner… a journey I will never forget.”
Aimee also reflected on her character’s journey, acknowledging the “self-destructiveness” that led to their tragic fates.
She called season three a portrait of two “nuts,” while still recognizing it as a “sweet love story.”
The Fallout of Season Three
Whether or not the feud between Aimee Lou Wood and Walton Goggins is real, it’s clear that The White Lotus has left an impact on both the characters and the actors.
Fans are eagerly awaiting more revelations, but for now, the speculation about the on-set drama continues to swirl.