Kim Cattrall’s Subtle Shade and the Fallout from ‘And Just Like That’ Finale
Elena West here—your voice for bold truths, unfiltered moments, and the kind of behind-the-scenes drama that doesn’t just make headlines, it makes history. Today, we’re diving into a story that’s been simmering for years, finally boiling over in the most unexpected way. This isn’t just about a TV show—it’s about legacy, loyalty, and what happens when the spotlight shifts.
Let’s start with the moment that set Instagram ablaze. Kim Cattrall, the iconic actress behind Samantha Jones in Sex and the City, hit the “like” button on a fan comment that read, “And Just Like That…we all know it was Sam who carried the entire franchise.” The post went on to praise Cattrall as the embodiment of strength, power, and vulnerability. Now, if you’ve followed the long-standing whispers surrounding her absence from the reboot, this subtle digital endorsement is more than just a reaction—it’s a statement.
Cattrall, now 69, didn’t appear in And Just Like That beyond a brief Season 2 cameo and a text message reference in Season 3. Her character, Sam, remained off-screen and notably absent from any scenes with Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker). For years, rumors have swirled about a rift between Cattrall and the rest of the cast. Parker has consistently denied any feud, telling The New York Post back in 2018, “I don’t have a disagreement with Kim, there’s no catfight.” Yet, the silence speaks volumes—and now, Cattrall’s public approval of that fan comment? That’s not silence. That’s a mic drop.
Meanwhile, Chris Noth—who played Mr. Big before his dramatic exit—was the only original cast member to publicly acknowledge Cattrall’s birthday on social media. It’s worth noting that Noth faced his own controversy after sexual assault allegations surfaced in 2021, which he denied. But in this moment, his gesture stood out like a beacon in an otherwise chilly sea of silence.
Now let’s talk about the finale—the one that left fans clutching their pearls and reaching for the remote. The final episode of And Just Like That was met with widespread backlash, particularly for a graphic toilet scene that many viewers found offensive and jarring. One fan tweeted, “The series finale genuinely made me run to the bathroom and vomit,” while another critic slammed the ending as a middle finger to loyal fans.
But not everyone saw it that way. Writers Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky defended the finale, insisting that the polarizing response was proof of how deeply audiences cared. Rottenberg told TV Line, “We should have been worried if there weren’t a cacophony of responses to the fact that this was the end.” Zuritsky added, “Sometimes it will surprise me and stun me when I interact with the world of people who are really quite passionate about loving the show.”
Sarah Jessica Parker herself took a blunt approach when asked about the criticism by The New York Times: “I guess I don’t really care.” She pointed to the show’s success and the meaningful connections it forged with its audience. And she’s not wrong—ratings were strong, and millions tuned in. But love it or hate it, the finale marked the end of a cultural era that began in 1998.
This saga is more than just a soap opera—it’s a masterclass in branding, legacy, and the emotional stakes of revisiting beloved stories. Whether you’re Team Cattrall, Team Parker, or somewhere in between, one thing’s clear: the conversation isn’t over. Not yet.
So take this lesson to heart: your impact doesn’t fade just because you’re off-screen. Sometimes, the loudest statements are made in silence—or with a single click of a heart icon. Now go out there and own your narrative.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and The New York Post, TV Line, The New York Times
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