Kim Cattrall subtly criticized her ‘Sex and the City’ co-stars by endorsing an Instagram comment that praised her as the franchise’s pivotal figure, amid the controversial ending of ‘And Just Like That’.
Kim Cattrall, renowned for her role as Samantha Jones in ‘Sex and the City’, has sparked renewed speculation about cast tensions by liking a fan’s Instagram comment that declared her the true star of the franchise. This action, reported on August 22, 2025, comes just after the series finale of ‘And Just Like That’, which concluded Carrie Bradshaw’s story to widespread viewer disappointment.
The underlying cause appears to be long-standing rumors of a feud between Cattrall and her co-stars, particularly Sarah Jessica Parker. Despite Parker’s repeated denials of any conflict, dating back to 2018 when she stated there was no disagreement, the perception of animosity has persisted among fans and media.
Cattrall’s method of shading was subtle yet effective: she simply ‘liked’ a comment that read, ‘And Just Like that…we all know it was Sam (Kim) who carried the entire franchise. You embodied everything that is the essence of a strong powerful and vulnerable woman.’ This passive endorsement on social media is interpreted as a silent critique of the main cast’s efforts in the spinoff.
The impact of this move is magnified by the poor reception of the ‘And Just Like That’ finale, which included scenes that disgusted audiences, such as a toilet-related plotline. Writers of the show, Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky, have defended the finale, arguing that the strong reactions indicate deep audience engagement and that the show left characters in a good place. Parker herself dismissed the negativity, emphasizing the series’ success and meaningful audience connections.
In a related development, Chris Noth, who played Mr. Big and faced sexual assault allegations (which he denied), was the only former co-star to publicly wish Cattrall happy birthday, hinting at complex dynamics within the cast.
Looking forward, this incident is unlikely to resolve any existing tensions and may further polarize fan opinions. The future of the franchise remains uncertain, but the legacy of ‘Sex and the City’ continues to be shaped by both its content and the off-screen relationships of its stars.