Cynthia Nixon Reflects on Early Hate Towards 'Sex and the City' and Defends Miranda's Evolution in Spinoff Series
- Cynthia Nixon discussed the early criticism 'Sex and the City' faced in 1998.
- She remains unfazed by the hate towards the spinoff 'And Just Like That'.
- Nixon defends the character development of Miranda in the new series.
Cynthia Nixon and the Sex and the City cast faced a lot of hate when the show first aired in 1998. People were upset and trolled the cast, saying things like, "These aren't really women, these are gay men pretending to be women." They didn't like how the women talked about sex on the show. The show's new series, 'And Just Like That', also got criticized for having a non-binary character named Che Diaz, played by Sara Ramirez. Some fans were unhappy that Miranda split from her husband and followed Che to California. The actor who played Che, Sara Ramirez, won't be in the third season. Cynthia Nixon, who plays Miranda, is not bothered by the hate towards the spinoff series. She said that the original show also faced criticism when it started. She thinks it's good that 'And Just Like That' pushes boundaries. Sara Ramirez, who identifies as non-binary, said they are aware of the hate online but focus on protecting their mental health and artistry. They are proud of the character they've created, who is complex and imperfect. Some fans were upset with Miranda's storyline in the new series. They didn't like how she acted and said it wasn't the Miranda they knew and loved. Cynthia Nixon defended Miranda's character, saying she has always been the way she is in 'And Just Like That'. She mentioned that some fans were excited to see their middle-aged lives reflected in the show, while others were angry at Miranda for her actions. Overall, the show faced backlash for introducing new characters and changing the storyline. The cast members have stood by their work and defended the representation they've created. They believe in portraying characters who are real and imperfect, rather than seeking approval from others.