The Grammy winner acknowledged that he loved "reading criticism" of the controversial show — even if "some of it didn't feel constructive"

Critics panned the show seemingly from the beginning, with The Idol ’s first episode receiving 20 percent on Rotten Tomatoes . Chief among its problems were claims made about the production via an exposé from Rolling Stone, which painted the experience as one of constant chaos.

The Weeknd AKA Abel Tesfaye is reflecting on the tumultuous production and controversial reception to “The Idol.” The 2023 HBO series starred Tesfaye as a sleazy club owner tu