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    Controversial White Lotus costume leaves university fuming as show ‘goes too far’

    HBO drama The White Lotus is in hot water after a prestigious university recently released a statement following a bold costume choice by the show’s wardrobe department10:08, 27 Mar 2025Updated 11:17, 27 Mar 2025The White Lotus (Season 3): Episode 7 previewThe White Lotus is in big trouble with a very famous university.Season three star Jason Isaacs plays Timothy Ratcliffe, a struggling father, who is seen wearing a grey t-shirt with the word Duke across his chest in capital letters.Article continues belowThe garment, which is implied as merchandise from the prestigious school, has caused outrage as Isaac’s character sported it during a scene where he imagines a murder-suicide happening to him and his wife.In a statement, Duke University’s VP for communications Frank Tramble said: “The White Lotus not only uses our brand without permission but in our view, uses it on imagery that is troubling, does not reflect our values or who we are, and simply goes too far.”He continued: “Suicide is the second-leading cause of death on college campuses. As imagery from the show is being shared widely across social media, we are using our brand to promote mental health awareness and remind people that help is available.”Timothy Ratcliffe wore a Duke t-shirt in the third season(Image: More