Adolescence writer reacts to ‘absurd’ race-swapping theory spread by Elon Musk
Adolescence co-creator responds to ‘absurd’ conspiracy theory
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- Adolescence co-creator Jack Thorne has refuted the ‘absurd’ conspiracy theory promoted by Elon Musk that the Netflix drama was based on a real crime committed by a Black child.
- Thorne stated the series is entirely fictional and not based on any specific case.
- The original post on X (formerly Twitter) claimed the show was "anti-white propaganda".
- Thorne emphasised that the show explores themes of masculinity, not race, and that knife crime is not exclusive to any race.
- Commentator Femi Oluwole criticised those spreading the misinformation for their hypocrisy, noting they often dismiss concerns about race in other contexts.