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Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren defend Tom Hardy amid false on-set rumours for MobLand
Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren have publicly addressed false rumours regarding Tom Hardy's alleged behaviour on the set of the Paramount+ crime drama 'MobLand', stating they were 'blindsided' by the unconfirmed reports. The actors, who star alongside Hardy in the series created by Guy Ritchie, clarified that the claims about Hardy staying in his trailer and causing delays were unfounded. Brosnan revealed that his son alerted him to the rumours while he was on vacation, prompting him to reach out to Hardy to express his support. Mirren, meanwhile, referenced her Instagram post from May where she wrote 'Love you now and always' alongside a photo of Hardy, explaining that she spoke up to counter the false narratives. Both actors emphasized that such rumours often unfairly blame the cast, particularly in high-profile productions. The controversy began earlier this year when reports surfaced of on-set tensions between Hardy and producers, with claims he was 'axed' from the show. However, production sources quickly refuted these claims, and it was later confirmed that Hardy would return for a third season following discussions in London involving Ritchie. Mirren highlighted the importance of mutual support among cast members, stating, 'Very often the actors get blamed for this sort of thing, and if there is a rumour, the immediate sort of blame can fall on actors. That’s usually completely unfair.' The series, which follows the Harrigan crime family led by Brosnan and Mirren as Conrad and Maeve Harrigan, has received mixed reviews, with NME describing it as 'funny but familiar' and comparing it to Ritchie's previous work. Despite the controversy, the show is set to continue with its second season, and the cast remains united in their support for Hardy. The actors' statements aim to quell the speculation and reaffirm their professional relationships within the production.