A well-known actor has admitted that he was fired from his guest spot on Darren Star’s hit Netflix comedy show,Emily in Paris.First premiering on Netflix on July 07, 2025, the show has run for 4 seasons, and has been renewed forEmily in Parisseason 5. The show stars Lily Collins and is one of her most well-remembered roles.
While facing some controversies, including one concerning the problematic portrayal of a Ukrainian character, the show has still proved to be a hit with audiences and has modestly positive reviews from critics.The series consistently crawls its way into Netflix’s top 10 listevery time a new season is dropped.
During an interview withVanity Fair,Rupert Everettrevealed that he was let go from his guest role onEmily in Parisafter appearing in the fourth season. Everett informed the outlet that it was implied that he could return for season 5 of the hit comedy show, but he was not invited back, and it devastated him.
I was fired… I did a scene in the latest season, and they told me, ‘Next year we’ll speak.’ I waited for them to call me—but ultimately, it never came, and they just fired me. Show business is always very difficult, from the beginning to the end. When they write the screenplay, they think they want you—but then things change, and they lose your character. I don’t know why. For me, it was a tragedy. I was in bed for two weeks because I couldn’t get over it.
What This News Means For Emily In Paris
The Show May Be Taking A New Direction
InEmily in Parisseason 4,Everett appeared in just the finale episode. The actor, perhaps best known for his role in the Julia Roberts filmMy Best Friend’s Wedding, played Giorgio Barbieri, a very important fashion designer. It is unclear why Everett’s character will not be brought back, but because he is not the only actor who isn’t returning, it might be because the producers are taking the show in different creative directions.
Camille Razat,who portrayed Camille, a main character and a close friend of Emily’s, is alsonot returning forEmily in Parisseason 5. Razat announced this news on her official Instagram account and revealed that she isleaving the show to pursue other endeavors, including producing her own film. Everett also not coming back may be a sign that the producers ofEmily in Parisare craving a change.
Our Take On Rupert Everett Not Coming Back For Emily In Paris Season 5
Everett Has Several Film Projects Coming Up
Especially because the character he played was memorable,it’s disappointing news that Everett is not coming back to the world ofEmily in Paris, which is arguably one of theTV shows that made Netflix. However, it is safe to say Everett’s career won’t suffer much from the loss. The actor has 8 film projects in pre-production, and leavingEmily in Parismay give the actor the room he needs for other roles.
Everett will next be seen in the filmsMadfabulous, Out Late, The Temptation of Gracie, andThe Liar, among others. While Everett is no longer involved in the show,Emily in Parisseason 5 is expected to drop on Netflix at some point in late 2025.
Emily in Paris
Cast
Netflix’s Emily In Paris is a comedy series starring Lily Collins as Emily Cooper, a college graduate who travels from Chicago to Paris when she lands a one-in-a-lifetime job opportunity that allows her to enjoy French culture and glamour while she overhauls a local marketing firm. From the mind of Beverly Hills 90210 and Sex and the City creator Darren Star, Emily In Paris takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the cultural differences between the United States and France.
