Interior designer and Channel 4 star Celia Sawyer has recently come forward with claims that Netflix’s new sex room makeover series, “Sexy Beasts”, bears a striking resemblance to her original pitch. The “Queen of bling” has expressed her disappointment and frustration after receiving a legal warning instead of the credit she believes she deserves.
In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Sawyer revealed that she had pitched a similar concept to Netflix back in 2018. The show, which she had titled “Blinging Up Baby”, would have followed the same format as “Sexy Beasts” – transforming a room into a luxurious and sensual space for couples to spice up their love lives. However, Sawyer claims that she never received a response from the streaming giant and was shocked to see her idea come to life on their platform.
“I was really upset when I saw the trailer for ‘Sexy Beasts’,” Sawyer said. “It was almost identical to my pitch. I couldn’t believe it. I had put so much effort and creativity into my idea, and to see it being used without any credit or acknowledgement was heartbreaking.”
Sawyer, who has made a name for herself in the interior design world with her extravagant and opulent style, is no stranger to the spotlight. She has appeared on several TV shows, including Channel 4’s “Four Rooms” and “Your Home in Their Hands”. However, this is the first time she has faced such a situation, and it has left her feeling disheartened and let down.
The interior designer also expressed her disappointment with the way Netflix handled the situation. Instead of acknowledging her pitch and giving her credit, the streaming giant sent her a legal warning, claiming that her idea was not original and that they had come up with it independently. Sawyer believes that this is not the case and that her pitch was the inspiration for “Sexy Beasts”.
“I understand that ideas can be similar, but the fact that they sent me a legal warning instead of giving me credit is just not right,” Sawyer said. “I have proof that I pitched this idea to them, and I believe that they have used it without my permission.”
The “Queen of bling” has received support from her fans and colleagues in the industry, who have taken to social media to express their outrage and show their support for her. Many have also pointed out the similarities between Sawyer’s pitch and “Sexy Beasts”, further adding to her claims.
In response to the controversy, a spokesperson for Netflix stated that they had not received any pitch from Sawyer and that “Sexy Beasts” was an original concept developed by their team. However, Sawyer remains firm in her belief that her pitch was the inspiration for the show and hopes that the streaming giant will give her the credit she deserves.
This is not the first time that Netflix has faced accusations of copying ideas from independent creators. In 2019, the streaming giant was sued by the creators of the popular interactive film “Black Mirror: Bandersnatch” for allegedly stealing their idea. The case was later settled out of court.
As the debate continues, many are questioning the ethics of the entertainment industry and the importance of giving credit where it is due. Sawyer’s case serves as a reminder that original ideas and creativity should be respected and acknowledged, especially in a highly competitive industry like television.
Despite the disappointment and frustration, Sawyer remains positive and hopes that this situation will lead to a change in the industry. She also encourages aspiring creators to protect their ideas and seek legal advice if they ever find themselves in a similar situation.
In the end, Sawyer’s passion and creativity cannot be denied, and she continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the world of interior design. As for “Sexy Beasts”, only time will tell if Sawyer’s claims are true and if she will receive the credit she deserves.