Controversial “Red Pill” influencer Andrew Tate is furious with Netflix drama Adolescence and one of its stars, Ashley Walters.
The series, which has garnered acclaim for its unflinching look at toxic online spaces and the incel subculture, has sparked a broader conversation about masculinity and the “Red Pill” influences shaping young men today. However, Andrew Tate is not pleased with how he’s being portrayed in this dialogue.
During an interview, Ashley Walters discussed the importance of emotional openness among boys, especially in light of controversial figures like Tate. “I think one of the great things we can do as men is to set the example that to be vulnerable is OK,” he stated. He went on to address the impact of male influencers, specifically mentioning Andrew Tate, suggesting that they have a responsibility to guide young men positively.
This comment didn’t sit well with Tate, who promptly took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his discontent. “Super disappointed Asher D sold out with bullshit that I cause stabbing as if I don’t preach the total opposite,” he tweeted, referencing Walters’ music persona.
He further criticized Walters, implying that his past should disqualify him from making such claims. “Everyone sells their soul in the entertainment industry or you don’t get the acting jobs. He knows it’s bullshit. Coulda stood on business but was afraid of backlash. Guess he isn’t so solid after all,” Tate added, clearly unafraid to throw shade.
Adolescence, created by Stephen Graham and Jack Thorne, tells the harrowing story of a 13-year-old boy accused of murdering a female classmate. The narrative draws a direct line between his descent into violence and online radicalization through incel forums and influencers like Tate.
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One particularly striking scene features a character bluntly stating, “It’s the involuntary celibate stuff. It’s the Andrew Tate shite,” highlighting the show’s critical stance on the impact of such figures.
The series has ignited discussions that extend beyond entertainment, with its creators being invited to speak in Parliament about online safety and youth radicalization. Graham and Thorne have even expressed a desire for the show to be screened in schools to foster dialogue about the dangers of misogyny-fueled online spaces.
