Turns out the Entourage set was as sexist as the show
Entourage star Debi Mazar says the longer the show went on, the more "toxic" and "testosterone-fueled" the set became.
In the world of television, the show "Entourage" has often been criticized for its sexist and misogynistic attitudes. Set in the world of Hollywood, the series was a celebration of bad behavior and pre-MeToo chauvinism, with women often being ogled, demeaned, and abused in the name of "Hollywood satire." One of its stars, Debi Mazar, spoke about the shift in the show's atmosphere during and after her maternity leave.
Mazar, who played Shauna Chase's publicist, noted that the show was initially enjoyable but turned into a "testosterone-fueled environment" by the third season. She revealed that after returning from maternity leave, the production crew was not impressed with her physical appearance, specifically criticizing her post-pregnancy weight gain.
Mazar described the environment as becoming "toxic towards the end for me," due to the crew's unsolicited comments about her body. The show's legacy is one of pervasive misogyny and sexism, which the production members themselves engaged in behind the scenes. Despite the controversy, Mazar expressed gratitude for the consistent work opportunities.
However, her experience highlights the ongoing issue of sexism within the entertainment industry, even in the post-MeToo era, where fewer women are creating TV shows compared to a decade ago.
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