Actor Walton Goggins refused to discuss his friendship with co-star Aimee Lou Wood during an interview with The Times, shutting down the conversation after repeated mentions of her. The White Lotus series finale sparked speculation about their on-screen and off-screen relationship, including when they unfollowed each other on social media.
Goggins’ publicist intervened in the interview, stating “We’re not going there, thank you,” after being asked multiple times about his relationship with Wood. When asked again about it, Goggins said, “There is no conversation to be had about that.” The actor later deleted a post reacting to a Saturday Night Live sketch that parodied Wood’s character.
The exchange has sparked criticism of the media for continuing to scrutinize the actors’ personal lives. A mental health therapist weighed in, saying it proves the interviewer lacks emotional intelligence and that Goggins was not given the opportunity to discuss his career instead. The incident highlights the need for greater mindfulness and consideration from celebrities and media outlets.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/05/walton-goggins-shuts-down-interview-white-lotus-aimee-lou-wood-1236384242