The third season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ has taken over the internet, sparking conversations and opinions across various platforms. The show’s narrative has divided viewers into two camps: Team Conrad and Team Jeremiah, each rooting for their preferred romantic interest for the protagonist, Belly. Gavin Casalegno, the actor playing Jeremiah Fisher, has responded to the online criticism directed toward his character. In a recent interview, Casalegno noted that Jeremiah is not always well-received, especially among those who favor Conrad. He admitted that he doesn’t regularly check platforms like Instagram to see the negativity. He has, however, seen funny memes about his character shared by his sister. Casalegno highlighted the distinction between the fictional story and his own person, clarifying that he is not the character. He also revealed instances where fans have approached him to share their disapproval of Jeremiah. Furthermore, the actor discussed the impact of online negativity, pointing out the difficulty of handling such emotional pressure. He commented on Amazon’s initiative to discourage bullying, while acknowledging the issues it has faced.
