‘Euphoria’ creator reveals how Zendaya really felt about Rue’s tragic death

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Euphoria creator Sam Levinson defended his decision to kill off Zendaya's character Rue in an accidental overdose, revealing how the actress reacted to the plotline. The creator addressed what became a pivotal and controversial moment in the HBO series, explaining the reasoning behind the character's tragic ending. Levinson's comments shed light on both the creative process behind the decision and Zendaya's personal response to her character's fate in the show.