In Hollywood, even the smallest confession carries weight, revealing the real people behind the roles on screen. Variety’s Actors on Actors recently brought Jacob Elordi and Gwyneth Paltrow together for a candid conversation that embraced the same spirit.

During the chat, the actress shared a surprising insight about Euphoria, prompting Elordi to ask if she found the IP alarming. The exchange offered more than a commentary on a hit series, presenting a side of Hollywood that is raw, real, and unexpectedly human.

Paltrow, having watched Hollywood turn a new page from the same high hill that Jacob Elordi stands on now, provided for a golden straw moment along with a Euphoria tease.

Gwyneth Paltrow expressed her admiration for Euphoria and for Jacob Elordi’s work in the show during Variety’s Actors on Actors recently. She praised Elordi’s talent, admitting that while her children had warned her about the show’s intensity, she found his performance remarkable.

"Thank you for saying [that]. Was it alarming as a parent? It seems so extreme to me. I don't know how it's relatable," the Australian star responded. Paltrow assured him that her kids had not been negatively influenced, and they could relate to some of the relational and social media dynamics portrayed in the series.

Jacob Elordi, during his Actors on Actors sit-down, then went on to discuss his experience filming the latest season. When asked by Gwyneth Paltrow if his character will be nicer, he hinted that his portrayal might embrace a softer side, though he remained uncertain about its impact. While Elordi may not be sure, it will soon become clear when Euphoria season 3, which is speculated to carry a tone reminiscent of a Leonardo DiCaprio film, hits the screens.

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Euphoria enthusiasts can look forward to an exciting return in April 2026, when season 3 premieres on HBO. The installment, according to a confession by Sam Levinson at a HBO presentation as revealed by Variety, will see Rue navigating debt in Mexico, while Nate and Cassie are to be married. Season 3 will also introduce fresh faces to the series, including Natasha Lyonne, Sharon Stone, Rosalía, Danielle Deadwyler, Darrell Britt-Gibson, and Marshawn Lynch. 

As Euphoria returns in the first half of next year, the new season promises intense storylines and fresh perspectives, with Jacob Elordi and the cast exploring complex emotions yet again. Conversations like this with Gwyneth Paltrow, meanwhile, offer a rare glimpse of the humanity behind these roles, reminding viewers that they are not alone in seeing the show from a reserved lens.

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