Sarah Jessica Parker gets ‘weepy’ as she responds to online support after final performance as Carrie Bradshaw was called ‘a waste’ by critics

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Sarah Jessica Parker expressed emotions, stating she felt moved by the outpouring of fan support following their criticism that her final portrayal of Carrie Bradshaw was unnecessary or lacked merit.

This week marked the conclusion of the Sex and the City reboot, “And Just Like That,” where the original actress wrapped up her portrayal of the cherished main character.

However, critics found the ending of her story less than satisfying, as they criticized the episode heavily, labeling it as one that ‘damaged’ or ‘tarnished’ the show’s reputation.

On social media, fans bid a heartfelt goodbye to their cherished ‘million-dollar girl’, expressing their backing by asserting that nothing could ever diminish the profound impact Carrie had on them.

The social media influencer, Evan Ross Katz, shared on Instagram: “She was the one all along. Nothing on TikTok denying it or later analysis can change that fact. I’m single, but fabulous!” (wink emoticon)

Big once said you’re worth a fortune, Bradshaw. A few episodes back, Duncan declared, ‘You’re quite remarkable, Carrie Bradshaw.’

Evan went on to say, “Goodbye to the million-dollar girl – it might be a permanent goodbye or a temporary one – either way, she’s finally single, praise God.

In my own words, I’d express it as follows: “I’ll echo her thoughts by stating that it brings comfort to realize that those we cherish reside eternally within our hearts. Let’s be mindful of taking care of this heart, Carrie. (Perhaps considering putting the townhouse on the market.) Farewell for now.

Sarah responded to the support and commented: ‘Very weepy xxx.’

The twelfth episode named ‘Party of One’, found in the series, was met with disapproval by critics. They considered it dull and criticized Carrie’s ending as being more like a literal mess or pile of trash.

As a devoted fan, I couldn’t help but feel a profound emotional punch in the latest episode that clocked in at roughly 32 minutes. My beloved character, Sarah, found herself facing an unsettling reality – one that hinted at a lifetime of singleness ahead. After years filled with romantic highs and lows, her husband, the charming Mr. Big (Chris Noth), was no more. The weight of this loss hung heavy in the air, leaving me on edge as I watched Sarah grapple with this new reality.

Carrie asserts that being single isn’t a “tragedy,” but rather an undeniable “fact.” The story concludes with her altering the ending of the book she’s writing, so it now reads: “The woman discovered she wasn’t destined to be alone – instead, she found solace in independence.

The conclusion to the TV character’s journey, who first appeared on Sex and the City in 1998, didn’t turn out as the glamorous finish that many had hoped for or imagined.

Much of the episode focuses on Carrie attending a rather unpleasant Thanksgiving gathering, where she’s surrounded by several brusque and unfamiliar individuals.

Mae Abdulbaki, writing for Screen Rant, noted that the finale didn’t have a finale-feel to it, and definitely not something you’d expect as a series finale.

As a devoted admirer, I found myself among those who raised eyebrows at an intensely graphic restroom scene featuring Victor Garber’s character, the esteemed art gallery specialist Mark Kasabian, causing quite a stir in the critical and fan communities alike.

The setting displays a bathroom fixture brimming with debris, which Lauren Sarner from the New York Post labels as ‘a tad overly symbolic.’

The picture portrays a bathroom scene where waste has spilled over, and Lauren Sarner from the New York Post describes it as ‘somewhat too obvious.’

In a remark, she expressed her disappointment that a series which initially seemed lighthearted and celebratory of female camaraderie and power, turned out to have such a somber conclusion. She stated that what started off as a comedy, eventually unfolded into a tragic narrative.

Others found it peculiar that the finale didn’t include a single scene featuring Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) alongside both her closest friends, Miranda Hobbes (played by Cynthia Nixon) and Charlotte York (portrayed by Kristin Davis).

In Patrick Ryan’s words for USA TODAY, ‘It’s surprising and unfortunate that despite a series often emphasizing the importance of close girlfriends, Carrie spends almost the entire episode among unfamiliar faces.’

According to Robyn Bahr from The Hollywood Reporter, the season lacked making full use of its potential and spent unnecessary time, and Carrie’s final moments were rather anticlimactic.

The episode was similarly titled as “a melancholic, overly dramatic, and excessively unpleasant goodbye” by Hannah J. Davies from The Guardian.

numerous viewers also voiced their dissatisfaction towards the latest episode, as it contained several unusual sequences, such as an absurd Thanksgiving gathering involving Spike Einbinder, a lactose-intolerant individual of the younger generation nicknamed Epcot, who caused Miranda’s toilet to become blocked.

The controversial series generated debate due to several contentious storylines, such as Miranda’s infidelity towards her husband Steve with the non-binary comedian Che Diaz, and Carrie’s unusual assertion that her ‘greatest love,’ Mr. Big, was actually a ‘mistake.’

In the last episode, significant indications were given about Carrie’s final outcome, suggesting that she may not experience a fairytale ending. This speculation arises following her breakup from Aidan (John Corbett), her former boyfriend, and the conclusion of her relationship with neighbor Duncan (Jonathan Cake).

In the final episode, Carrie realizes that she may end up being single for good.

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2025-08-16 12:20