Leslie Bibb on ‘The White Lotus' Finale: ‘I'm Not Watching'
Last night in Los Angeles, the cast of 'The White Lotus' season 3 gathered for a finale screening party, but Leslie Bibb opted not to watch. 'I can't see Aimee Lou die. I can't see Walton die,' said Bibb. 'Seeing Aimee Lou's eyes last night, I was like, 'Oh no, that's too intense. I'll crack in two.''
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