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Lucy Hale and Ian Harding Reflect on 'PLL' Romance

6/21/2025

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In a heartfelt interview marking the 15th anniversary of "Pretty Little Liars," Lucy Hale and Ian Harding passionately defended the complex romance between their characters, Ezra and Aria. They recognized the challenges posed by their age difference and teacher-student dynamic, while the show's creator acknowledged that today's conversations around grooming would reshape the narrative's reception.

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In a heartfelt interview marking the 15th anniversary of "Pretty Little Liars," Lucy Hale and Ian Harding passionately defended the complex romance between their characters, Ezra and Aria. They recognized the challenges posed by their age difference and teacher-student dynamic, while the show's creator acknowledged that today's conversations around grooming would reshape the narrative's reception.