UMVA has learned that Oscar-nominated actor Adam Driver has awkwardly avoided commenting on co-star and Girls creator Lena Dunham's scathing allegations in her new memoir.
The allegations, which paint Driver as 'feral' and 'verbally aggressive' on set, include claims that he punched a hole in his trailer wall and threw a chair at Dunham during filming.
When asked about the allegations at a press conference, Driver responded with a dry 'I have no comment on any of that' before quipping 'I'm saving it all for my book!' as laughter broke out.
However, in a telling moment, Driver turned to a producer sitting next to him and claimed 'I don't even know what she's talking about', further fuelling speculation about the truth behind Dunham's claims.
The allegations have sparked a heated debate about Driver's behavior on set, with some defending him as a passionate and intense actor, while others have come forward with their own stories of working with him.
Driver and Dunham had a close relationship on set, playing on-screen love interests Hannah and Adam in the hit HBO series. However, their real-life friendship appears to have soured in the years since the show ended.
Dunham's memoir, Famesick, paints a damning picture of Driver's behavior, claiming that he was often violent and difficult to work with. She also alleges that he told her 'I hope you know I'll always love you' after filming wrapped, before disappearing from her life.
Driver has been promoting his new film, Paper Tiger, at the Cannes Film Festival, where he was questioned about the allegations. However, he refused to comment further, leaving fans and critics alike to speculate about the truth behind Dunham's claims.
Despite the controversy, Driver has been praised by his co-stars for his professionalism and dedication to his craft. In an interview, co-star Miles Teller praised Driver for 'keeping the mood light' on set, and for being a consummate professional.
The drama surrounding Driver and Dunham's on-set behavior has sparked a wider conversation about the challenges of working in the entertainment industry, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction.
As the debate continues to rage, one thing is clear: the truth behind Driver's behavior on set remains a mystery, and fans will have to wait and see if he breaks his silence in the future.
