Helena Bonham Carter exits White Lotus

Helena Bonham Carter has departed the cast of 'The White Lotus' Season 4 just as filming commenced in France.

HBO issued a statement explaining that the character created for the actress did not align with her once she arrived on set.

The role is now being rewritten and will be recast as the production continues its exploration of fame and art.

This sudden exit follows the show's move to France, a location choice reportedly inspired by a stereotypical encounter with a waiter in Cannes.