As The Pitt season 2 came to a close, series star Noah Wyle faced mounting backlash from fans.
Despite rave reviews and an Emmy for his performance as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, Wyle drew criticism after defending the character’s workplace behavior, with some fans threatening to stop watching.
Wyle’s remarks divided viewers into supporters and detractors, sparking heated debate online. However, the uproar didn’t hurt the show’s momentum, as the season 2 finale became the medical drama’s most-watched episode within days of release.