Maude Apatow Calls Herself ‘Lucky’ In Face Of ‘Nepotism’ Claims

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Maude Apatow is counting her blessings. The “Euphoria” actress spoke with NET-A-PORTER’s digital title, PORTER for their cover story about the pressures of instant fame and what it’s like coming from a famous Hollywood family.

Apatow became a breakout star after the success of the HBO teen drama drove the cast to instant fame. Speaking on the resulting attention, she admitted it was a bit much to handle. “After season one came out, it was kind of crazy.

Then season two comes and it gets even crazier, I can’t get my head around it… but I’m so glad that people like it,” she said. READ MORE: Maude Apatow Recalls Embarrassing Moment Fangirling Over One Direction, Teases Her ‘Euphoria’ Character The reaction is surprising for Apatow who grew up Hollywood royalty.

Her father is the famous writer-director Judd Apatow while her mother is actress Leslie Mann. The lineage, however, has led people to believe nepotism earned Apatow her role on the show. “At first, I was sad… I try not to let it get to me because I obviously understand that I’m in such a lucky position,” she reflected. “A lot of people [in a similar position] have proven themselves over the years, so I’ve got to keep going and make good work.