Patrick Schwarzenegger’s Fiancée Reacts to Shocking White Lotus Scene

NEW YORK, NY — Patrick Schwarzenegger shared details about his fiancée’s reaction to a controversial scene in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus‘ during an appearance on ‘The Tonight Show’ with Jimmy Fallon on April 10, 2025. The scene in question features his character, Lochlan Ratliff, engaging in an unexpectedly intimate moment with his on-screen brother Saxon, played by Sam Nivola.

After securing the role in the show’s third season, Schwarzenegger faced intense curiosity from his fiancée, Abby Champion, who repeatedly asked him for spoilers. ‘My fiancée was nagging me nonstop when I booked the role,’ Schwarzenegger recounted. ‘She was like, “You gotta tell me who dies.” And I’m like, “I’m not telling you who dies.”’

Champion’s frustration turned to shock when she finally watched episodes five and six, which included the explosive scene. ‘She was like, “You got with your brother?!”’ Schwarzenegger recalled, noting that her response was a mix of disbelief and amusement. ‘She said, “You should’ve told me that earlier. We would’ve had no fights.”’

The adrenaline-inducing scene showcases an awkward moment where Lochlan offers assistance as his brother Saxon has an intimate encounter with an older woman, Chloe, portrayed by Charlotte Le Bon. The moment took center stage in discussions about the show’s daring narrative choices.

Sam Nivola, who plays Saxon, also disclosed his feelings about filming the scene. ‘It was nerve-racking,’ he admitted. ‘I’m a very anxious person, especially on a big job like that. The actual shooting went smoothly, but I was definitely nervous.’ He added that being on a boat complicates things for him due to seasickness, which added to his overall stress during filming.

Even the casting director, Meredith Tucker, acknowledged the complexity of the roles involved. ‘We had to tell people beforehand that there was going to be same-sex kissing and stuff. Are you comfortable with that?’ she remarked, noting that while some young actors backed out, the storyline appealed to others.

Filming may have been challenging, but Le Bon praised the rapport between the actors. ‘For Patrick, it was really difficult, but for Sam, he was pretty relaxed about it,’ she said, reflecting on the unique dynamics during the shoot.

With the show generating buzz since its debut in 2021, ‘The White Lotus’ continues to attract attention for its inventive storytelling that taps into contemporary societal themes. The series focuses on the lives of the guests at a fictional resort, blending drama with elements of dark humor.

As viewers await news on the potential return of the Ratliff brothers for a possible fourth season, it’s clear that the memorable scenes from season three have left a lasting impression on fans and cast members alike.