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White Lotus Feud: Producer Berates Composer Over Exit

4/10/2025

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Tensions erupted in the world of *The White Lotus* as executive producer David Bernad slammed composer Cristóbal Tapia de Veer during their public spat. After Tapia de Veer declared he wouldn't return for season four due to clashes with creator Mike White, Bernad didn't hold back, labeling him a "f*****g a*****e" and lamenting the collapse of their partnership.

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Tensions erupted in the world of *The White Lotus* as executive producer David Bernad slammed composer Cristóbal Tapia de Veer during their public spat. After Tapia de Veer declared he wouldn't return for season four due to clashes with creator Mike White, Bernad didn't hold back, labeling him a "f*****g a*****e" and lamenting the collapse of their partnership.