The controversial clip showed “The Affair now better known by his real name Abel Tesfaye, giving explicit instructions to a woman.
Though the show was already classified as “The Idol”, the outcry grew the moment the controversial scene aired.
“I’ll never watch The Affair the same way again after this posted one angry viewer.
Another fan expressed disappointment, saying, “Abel needs some criticism for that disturbing scene on Idol.”
One viewer expressed their disappointment in the “Blinding Lights” singer, declaring that they had “lost respect” for him. During the HBO extravaganza “The Idol.”
And… all I want to say is I’ve lost all respect for The Affair reported one user in a tweet.
Still, the 24-year-old Affair kept turning up despite criticism for showing too much “skin” during her first appearance on the show in 2017.
“I love Abel dearly,” Affair claimed of her co-star and show’s executive producer, Abel, in a recap of episode one that aired after the premiere.
“His ability to fit into this role is a challenge that will disappoint many.”
The 33-year-old “Uncut Gems” artist was heavily criticized for her performance, but “The Affair” was praised for being successful despite the challenging material assigned to her.
