Sam Nivola addresses 'nepo baby' label and 'White Lotus' role

Rising stars like Tyla, Finn Wolfhard, and Sam Nivola gathered at Variety’s Young Hollywood Party to celebrate the influence and energy of young talent in the entertainment industry. Held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, the event was a glamorous mix of music, networking, and recognition for the next generation of Hollywood’s brightest.

Sam Nivola, who played Lochlan Ratliff in The White Lotus, recently shared his thoughts on where his controversial character might be now after the show's shocking incest storyline. Nivola suggests Lochlan is likely still grappling with the fallout, hinting at a troubled future for the character.

Sam Nivola, who’s set to star in the upcoming season of The White Lotus, recently spoke out at Variety’s 2025 Power of Young Hollywood event about being labeled a "nepo baby." He pushed back against the term, arguing that his success isn’t just due to his family connections (his parents are actor Alessandro Nivola and filmmaker Emily Mortimer) but also his own hard work and talent.