OnlyFans creators call out Euphoria over ‘beyond troubling’ depiction of sex work

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12 May 2026 • 5:15 AM MYT
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OnlyFans creators call out Euphoria over ‘beyond troubling’ depiction of sex work

  • OnlyFans creators have criticized HBO's show Euphoria for its inaccurate portrayal of the platform in its latest season.
  • Sydney Sweeney's character, Cassie, becomes an OnlyFans creator to fund her wedding, depicted dressing in costumes like a baby or a dog.
  • Creators Maitland Ward and Sydney Leathers argue that the show perpetuates harmful stereotypes about sex workers and depicts content not allowed on OnlyFans, such as age-play.
  • Ward stated that the show's depiction of Cassie as a baby for pornographic content is “beyond troubling” and contributes to the stigma that sex workers lack a moral compass.
  • Despite the criticism, Euphoria's third season has received praise from some critics, with The Independent's Nick Hilton commending Sweeney's acting.

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