The Idol will not be returning for a second season
thefader.comThe Idol, The Weeknd and Sam Levinson’s divisive HBO series, has been canceled, Variety reports. The show debuted earlier this year and will end after just one season.
It starred The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye) and Lily-Rose Depp alongside Suzanna Son, Rachel Sennott, Moses Sumney, Troye Sivan, Blackpink’s Jennie, and more. "The Idol was one of HBO’s most provocative original programs, and we’re pleased by the strong audience response,” said a spokesperson for HBO. "After much thought and consideration, HBO, as well as the creators and producers have decided not to move forward with a second season.
We’re grateful to the creators, cast, and crew for their incredible work." Read Next: The Weeknd is almost done being a featured artist In addition to the TV series, The Weeknd released an album's worth of music alongside The Idol.
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