Carrie and Aidan’s Breakup in ‘And Just Like That’ Season 3 Sparks Strong Fan Reactions

The writers of ‘And Just Like That,’ Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky, anticipate a major fan reaction following the dramatic breakup between Carrie and Aidan in season three, episode nine, ‘Present Tense.’ This marks the third and likely final breakup for the iconic couple, with the episode even featuring Taylor Swift’s breakup song ‘How Did It End?’ to emphasize the gravity of the situation. The writers explain that they had always intended for the relationship to end this way, focusing on real-life challenges that come with relationships rather than fantasy. Despite the chemistry between Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) and Aidan (John Corbett), long-standing issues, such as Aidan’s unresolved feelings about Carrie’s past affair with Big, lead to their final split. The show’s fans have been vocal in their opinions, with some criticizing the change in Aidan’s character from his former ‘Mr. Perfect’ persona. Rottenberg and Zuritsky reflect on how their writers’ room decisions have been met with mixed emotions, and how both Parker and Corbett deeply felt the emotional weight of filming this breakup. The actors, however, trusted the creative direction and fully embraced the characters’ journey, acknowledging that sometimes, love isn’t enough to make a relationship work. With three episodes left, fans can expect the show to explore what comes next for the characters post-breakup.