The long-simmering feud between Sex and the City icons Kim Cattrall and Sarah Jessica Parker has erupted once again, following Cattrall's cryptic social media activity that has set the internet ablaze.
The actress, who memorably portrayed the fearless Samantha Jones, subtly entered the fray when a fan commented on Instagram that Cattrall had "carried the show" throughout its successful run. In a move that spoke volumes, Cattrall responded not with words, but with a simple yet telling crying-laughing emoji.
A History of Tension
This digital eyebrow raise is merely the latest chapter in a well-documented off-screen drama that has fascinated fans for years. The rift between the two stars became publicly apparent following the original series' conclusion and subsequent films, with Cattrall notably absent from the HBO Max revival, And Just Like That...
Parker, who played central character Carrie Bradshaw, had previously attempted to diffuse tensions in interviews, expressing sadness over their fractured relationship and stating she had "never uttered an unkind word" about her co-star.
The Fan Reaction
The online community has erupted in speculation following Cattrall's latest interaction:
- Many fans interpreted the emoji as a clear endorsement of the fan's claim
- Others viewed it as a playful yet undeniable dig at her former colleague
- Social media platforms are divided, reigniting debates about the show's legacy and the actors' contributions
The reaction underscores how this personal disagreement continues to captivate the public imagination nearly two decades after the show's finale.
What's Next for the Franchise?
With And Just Like That... continuing without the character of Samantha Jones, this latest incident suggests any potential reconciliation or return remains highly unlikely. The producers have written Cattrall's character out of the revival, explaining her absence through a fractured friendship with Carrie and a move to London.
This social media exchange confirms that behind-the-scenes tensions remain very much alive, ensuring that this particular celebrity feud will continue to generate headlines and fan discussion for the foreseeable future.
