Author Questions the Hatred for Shows Once Cherished

George RR Martin has expressed his confusion over the phenomenon of fans developing strong negative feelings towards television shows they once cherished. “I don’t understand how people can come to hate so much something that they once loved,” he remarked. “If you don’t like a show, don’t watch it! How has everything become so toxic?”

His comments highlight the growing concern over the hostility that can arise within fan communities, prompting a discussion about the nature of fandom and the expectations placed on creators and their work.