Candice Lim and Nadira Goffe delve into Ayo Edebiri's internet history, highlighting her social media presence and fan speculation. They discuss her success in comedy, acting, and directing, as well as her journey from early beginnings to stardom. The podcast explores Ayo's diverse talents, entertainment industry relationships, and experiences navigating online fame.
Ayo Edebiri's quirky and humorous Letterboxd reviews became popular, contributing to memeable trends on the platform.
Online scrutiny of Ayo Edebiri's personal life due to fan shipping highlights the blurred lines between fiction and reality in celebrity culture.
Deep dives
The Bear Season 3 Critiques and Reactions
Critics express concerns about the third season of The Bear, noting a shift towards stylistic gimmicks and slower plot development compared to previous seasons. Some internet reactions vary, with mixed reviews from viewers, ranging from enthusiastic praise to critical breakdowns of the show's direction.
Ayo Adebri's Internet Phases: Letterbox Era
Ayo Adebri's notable presence on Letterbox, where her quirky and humorous reviews gained significant popularity, leading to a trend of memeable reviews on the platform. Her reviews, often tangential and unhinged, garnered substantial engagement, showcasing her comedic genius and impacting online trends.
Ayo Adebri's Internet Apology on Scam Goddess
Ayo Adebri's controversial comments about Jennifer Lopez on the Scam Goddess podcast sparked backlash and later resulted in an apology to Jennifer Lopez, especially as Ayo hosted SNL with Lopez as the musical guest. The incident highlighted the intersection of personal opinions, public personas, and online scrutiny in the entertainment industry.
The Bear's Impact on Ayo Adebri's Public Persona
The character dynamics in The Bear, particularly the Sid-Karmi relationship, have led to fan shipping and pressure on Ayo Adebri and her co-star Jeremy Allen White. This scrutiny extends to real life, impacting Ayo's personal life and prompting social media cleansing for mental health protection. The intense online focus on her personal relationships reflects the blurred lines between fiction and reality in celebrity culture.
Candice Lim and Slate culture writer Nadira Goffe excavate and preserve the internet history of Ayo Edebiri, a star in the making whose Letterboxd reviews should be crystallized in amber. They break down her best internet moments and discuss Edebiri’s social media presence since The Bear, from her dedication to Ireland to the fan-shipping that has percolated into real-life speculation.
This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario and Candice Lim.