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Beloved for his roles as Lucius Malfoy, Captain Lorca, and more recently as a standout in The White Lotus, Jason Isaacs has dropped a shocking revelation: he once worked with a "global icon" who he describes as the worst bully ever.
In a candid new Vulture interview, Isaacs recounted how the actor's on‑camera charm masked cruel behind-the-scenes behaviour:
“Did all the old tricks of doing a completely different performance off‑camera than on. Yeah, it sucked. I’d never seen anything like it.”
He further claimed the star went to the extent of physically pushing him from shots, mistreating crew, and manipulating performances in ways he’d never witnessed, even among the Armageddon, Black Hawk Down, and Harry Potter cast.
Speculation is rife over who it could be, but Isaacs refuses to name names:
“Acting is all about secrets,” he stated.
Despite this revelation, he balanced his critique by praising other industry figures, though he’s openly disillusioned by behaviour that mistreats cast or crew. He added that the role in The White Lotus, paying a modest $40k per episode, was so fulfilling he’d have taken it for less.
The “White Lotus” star told Vulture about a time when a prominent actor pushed him out of a shot – Credit- Fabio Lovino/HBO
Hollywood insiders are already buzzing. Many are applauding Isaacs for speaking out about toxicity on set, noting that even revered stars shouldn’t be above scrutiny.
Whether this triggers deeper industry conversations or hidden impact, it’s a bold move from a respected veteran. Isaacs’s warning highlights that charisma on screen doesn’t excuse bullying behind it.
