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Driver refused comment on Dunham's memoir.
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Dunham's book details Driver's alleged aggression.
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Driver promoted his film "Paper Tiger" at Cannes.
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Driver Declines Comment on Dunham Memoir
Actor Adam Driver, during a press conference at the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival on May 17, 2026, declined to comment on claims made by Lena Dunham in her recent memoir, "Famesick." Driver stated, "I have no comment on any of that. I’m saving it all for my book," when questioned about Dunham's portrayal of him.
Dunham's memoir describes Driver as "verbally aggressive" and recounts an incident where he allegedly "hurled a chair at the wall next to me" during a scene rehearsal for the HBO series "Girls." The memoir also details a first-season sex scene where Driver reportedly deviated from blocking, leading Dunham to question her directorial authority.
Driver was attending the festival for the world premiere of his new film, "Paper Tiger." The film, directed by James Gray, received a ten-minute standing ovation following its screening. Neon acquired the U.S. distribution rights for "Paper Tiger" prior to its Cannes debut.
