Created by ‘Euphoria’ showrunner Sam Levinson, The Weeknd and Reza Fahim, the cast of ‘The Idol’ also included Troye Sivan, Jennie, Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Dan Levy.

Source: https://wabcradio.com/2023/08/30/hbos-the-idol-starring-the-weeknd-lily-rose-depp-is-canceled-after-one-season/

Her role was praised by viewers and critics alike, and Schafer crafted her character’s backstory with showrunner Sam Levinson for a sense of authenticity.

Source: https://rapidcityjournal.com/news/national/states-target-transgender-health-care-in-first-bills-of-2023/article_9ce14c8d-6e56-5c78-a3e6-c3582f536138.html

Lily Rose-Depp Denies Report Of 'The Idol' Set Being Toxic, Sam Levinson Says Allegations 'Felt Completely Foreign'

Source: https://www.justjared.com/2023/05/23/lily-rose-depp-denies-report-of-the-idol-set-being-toxic-sam-levinson-says-allegations-felt-completely-foreign/

Sam Levinson and the cast haven't yet commented on news of the show's cancellation.

Source: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-66645349?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

"The Idol," created by Tesfaye, Reza Fahim and Sam Levinson ("Euphoria"), has already endured negative press, with dubbing it "torture porn."

Source: https://extratv.com/2023/06/04/lily-rose-depp-tried-to-steer-clear-of-the-weeknd-on-the-idol-set/

The Weeknd will also star in the hotly anticipated HBO series ‘The Idol’, co-created with ‘s Sam Levinson and Fahim.

Source: https://www.koimoi.com/hollywood-news/wednesday-star-jenna-ortega-to-star-in-a-movie-opposite-the-weeknd-find-out/