The official Instagram account for “The Summer I Turned Pretty” has taken a proactive stance ahead of the premiere of its third and final season, set to launch on Amazon Prime Video on July 16. On July 14, the show’s Instagram shared a series of posts aimed at discouraging online harassment of both the cast members and Jenny Han, the author of the book series that inspired the show. The reminder emphasizes the importance of respectful dialogue among fans.
One of the posts featured an image of seashells and brought forth the reminder: “Cousins is our safe place. Everything good, everything magical. Let’s keep the conversation kind this summer.” The community guidelines highlighted a zero-tolerance policy towards bullying and hate speech, stating that those who engage in such behavior would face bans from the community.
Lola Tung, who plays the central character Belly Conklin, echoed this sentiment during a conversation with Teen Vogue on July 10. She expressed appreciation for the passion of the audience but cautioned against extreme reactions, saying, “Please don’t threaten to kill someone if something doesn’t go your way — I promise you, it’s not that serious.” She emphasized the care and thoughtfulness that Han puts into her storytelling.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty,” based on Han’s novels published in 2009, explores themes of adolescent love, particularly through Belly’s interactions with her love interests, brothers Jeremiah and Conrad. As fans anticipate the release of the new season, the hope is for a supportive and positive environment that encourages enjoyment of the story rather than hostility.
As the final season approaches, it’s crucial for the fan community to remember the show’s message about kindness, ensuring that discussions remain inclusive and enjoyable for everyone involved.