Liam Hemsworth Stayed Offline for ‘Most of Last Year’ Due to ‘Witcher’ Fan Outcry Over Replacing Henry Cavill; Series Creator Says Cavill’s Exit Was in the Works ‘For a While’
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Liam Hemsworth revealed that he largely avoided social media last year due to the backlash from fans after it was announced he would replace Henry Cavill as Geralt in 'The Witcher.' This change has been a topic of much discussion, especially since Cavill was a beloved figure in the series for three seasons. Hemsworth is set to take on the lead role for the final two seasons, and the series creator mentioned that Cavill's departure had been planned for some time. This situation highlights the challenges actors face when stepping into established roles and the passionate reactions from fandoms.
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