Why did McKay leave Euphoria?

Euphoria is a polarizing HBO series dubbed controversial by many, including some of the show’s cast members. While filming season 1, the actor initially playing Christopher McKay was allegedly so uncomfortable, he quit the show.

Did they write McKay off Euphoria?

It’s unclear why Sam Levinson decided to write McKay out of season two, but if Smith’s likes on Twitter are anything to go by, it wasn’t his choice. Smith liked a Dec. 20, 2021, tweet featuring a gif of “The Vampire Diaries”‘ Elena crying with the caption, “No more McKay.”

Was McKay assaulted Euphoria?

In one harrowing episode toward the end of the season, McKay is sexually assaulted by his fraternity brothers, which also complicates his connection with Cassie.

Who was originally casted as McKay in Euphoria?

Appeared in Christopher “Chris” McKay, also known as McKay, is a main character in the first season of Euphoria. He is portrayed by Algee Smith, while his 11-year-old counterpart is portrayed by twins Yohance and Zakai Biagas-Bey.