Hey, friends! So, even if you’re not currently binge-watching season 3 of The Summer I Turned Pretty, chances are you’ve stumbled upon the whole Team Jeremiah vs. Team Conrad showdown. It’s wild, right? 😅 Well, Gavin Casalegno, the actor behind Jeremiah, recently shared his thoughts on all the internet chatter, and let me tell you, it’s a must-read!
Gavin’s Humorous Take on the Hate
Gavin has been dubbed “one of the internet’s most hated boyfriends,” and honestly, he finds the whole situation pretty amusing. In a recent chat with The New York Times, he mentioned, “I don’t check Instagram anymore, so I really haven’t seen that much hate.” Can you believe it? This guy is living his life while memes are flying around! 😂 He added, “The only thing that I see is my sister sending me the memes that are really funny.” I mean, how relatable is that? Family support all the way!
But here’s a plot twist: Gavin emphasized that fans need to remember this is just a fictional story. He said, “It’s also not me,” which got me thinking — who else finds it fascinating how deeply viewers connect with these characters? It’s a testament to good storytelling, but also a reminder to enjoy it without taking things too personally.
Finding the Balance Between Character and Self
When it comes to his onscreen persona, Gavin admits there are similarities. “We’re both very social and try to be the life of the party,” he said. But he’s quick to clarify, “I was never a partyer. I don’t even like going to work parties.” Unpopular opinion: I think this makes him even more relatable! Who else is not a fan of awkward small talk at work events? 🙋♀️
It’s interesting to see how actors navigate their characters versus their real lives. Gavin’s reflections remind us that while he brings Jeremiah to life, he’s not defined by him. It makes you wonder how many other actors feel this way about their roles. Anyone else curious?
On Watching the Show and Online Bullying
Now, if you’ve been dying to know if Gavin watches the show, well, he’s not tuning in every week. “I honestly haven’t even really watched any of the show,” he said. I get it — when you’re part of the production, it’s like, why watch it again? But also, it feels a bit like missing out on the fan experience, don’t you think?
Before the season kicked off, Prime Video urged viewers to keep the negativity at bay, especially towards the cast and fellow fans. But, according to Gavin, that message didn’t quite hit the mark. “I don’t think there’s a single human being in the world who can carry the emotional negativity to the degree that stuff like this happens,” he pointed out. It’s a tough pill to swallow that even well-intentioned campaigns can fall short. Who else feels that online spaces can be so toxic sometimes? 🥴
In conclusion, Gavin’s insights give us a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes realities of being a young actor in today’s social media landscape. His journey reminds us that while we can get passionate about our favorite characters, they’re just that — characters. Let’s keep the conversation going! What are your thoughts on Team Jeremiah vs. Team Conrad? 💭💖