Madeline Brewer reveals how therapy helped her overcome vicious trolling after “You” finale appearance.

Unexpected Backlash

When Madeline Brewer joined the final season of Netflix’s “You,” she never imagined the personal attacks that would follow.

The 33-year-old stepped into the role of Bronte with excitement, unaware that viewers would target her looks rather than her performance.

“I didn’t expect people to like Bronté, but I didn’t expect them to call me ugly,” she confesses with refreshing honesty.

The Misogyny Factor

Fans’ harsh reactions caught Brewer completely off guard. She believes the backlash stems from viewers’ discomfort with her character’s impact on Joe Goldberg.

“I think when people are confronted with that misogyny and deconstruction of their hero, it makes them upset,” she explains.

The fact that a female character challenged the show’s antihero particularly inflamed certain viewers.

Staying Strong

Despite nasty comments suggesting plastic surgery, Brewer maintains impressive resilience.

“I get that I’m not everybody’s cup of tea, but I’m not ugly,” she states matter-of-factly.

Having experienced bullying as a child, these comments initially triggered old wounds, but her perspective has evolved with age and therapy.

Wisdom With Age

Timing played a crucial role in Brewer’s ability to handle the criticism.

“If this had happened when I was 25, I would’ve crumbled because I wasn’t in therapy yet,” she admits candidly.

Now in her thirties, she approaches the situation with newfound confidence and self-assurance that comes with maturity.

Finding Support

When negative comments occasionally sting, Brewer turns to her fiancé, cinematographer Jack Thompson-Roylance.

His unwavering support provides the validation she needs. “He thinks I’m the most beautiful woman in the world,” she says with a genuine smile.

“He’s actually the only opinion that really matters to me.”

Looking Forward

The couple’s July wedding in England occupies Brewer’s thoughts now, not internet trolls.

As a self-described perfectionist, she’s excited to create her dream celebration—”Bridgerton by day and Saltburn at night.”

When it comes to the marriage itself, she feels completely at ease. “That’s my dude,” she says simply. “It’s going to be fun.”

A New Perspective

Brewer now views criticism as simply “par for the course” in her profession. With remarkable strength, she declares, “Now I don’t give a f—.

As long as they’re doing it to me and not somebody who can’t handle it, bring it on.”

Her journey from vulnerability to empowerment offers inspiration for anyone facing online harassment.

“You” now streams the show on Netflix.