In a recent interview, Sam Nivola opened up about his character Lochlan Ratliff from The White Lotus, specifically regarding his ambiguous sexuality. Following shocking scenes involving Lochlan and his brother Saxon, as well as interactions with hotel guest Chloe, fans are left questioning Lochlan's sexual identity. Nivola emphasized that the show's creator, Mike White, presents characters without adhering strictly to gender norms, illustrating that personal desires transcend conventional labels. He believes Lochlan’s quest for affection indicates uncertainty in his sexuality, particularly when contrasted with his family's conservative background.
"The point [Mike White] is always making is that people are all the same - lovable, yet rotten at their core. I think the brother-sister thing is more about their ways of life than about gender and sexuality."
"Lochlan has such a one-track mind. He wants love and attention - it could be from a guy, it could be from a girl. I don't think he knows what he's attracted to yet."
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