First Ariana, Then Lizzo? The Idol Clearly Was On To Something

It's no secret The Idol has taken the internet by storm with its controversial plotlines and explicit scenes. Savaged by critics as 'the worst TV show of the year,' The Idol has faced plenty of backlash.

The music industry drama stars Lily-Rose Depp as Jocelyn, a rising pop star who becomes entangled in a romance with an enigmatic nightclub impresario and Jocelyn's mentor, Tedros, played by Abel 'The Weeknd' Tesfaye.

The series aims to portray the dark side of the music industry, fame, and everything that can come with it. So, naturally, fans began speculating whether the series was based on a true story, and judging by the recent headlines, the show may have tapped into some unsettling realities.

When the show's trailer dropped, fans were quick to draw parallels between what they saw and the lives of real-life celebrities. The inclusion of Britney Spears's song 'Gimme More' and the costumes similar to the ones we've seen Britney wear sparked theories about potential inspirations. However, once the show aired, many viewers found it hard to believe that troubled pop singer Jocelyn could transform from a victim of the industry into a twisted abuser just like Tedros. But is it really unrealistic?

Well, in light of recent celebrity news, the show may very well be closer to reality than we originally thought. First, we hear about Ariana Grande's alleged split from her husband, Dalton Gomez, and her rumored relationship with her Wicked co-star, Ethan Slater, who happens to be married with a child.

This sparked a whole string of conversations about her previous relationships and accusations of being involved in several breakups as the 'other woman' — a pattern supposedly seen in her relationships with Mac Miller, Big Sean, and Pete Davidson (her song 'Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored' would definitely take on a new meaning).

In addition to that, rapper Lizzo is facing a legal battle after her former backup dancers accused her of some pretty wild instances of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment.

The cases of Ariana and Lizzo (if proven to be true) highlight the sad irony of artists speaking out against the poor treatment of women in the industry while potentially contributing to adverse situations themselves. This paradox raises the question of whether The Idol might be onto something.

After all, when individuals remain in toxic environments for an extended period, it's not uncommon for them to unknowingly adopt the unhealthy nature and behaviors of their surroundings - whether it's a manipulative management team, the label, or just twisted people with too much money and power.