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Feud's season 2 tells the story of Truman Capote's scandalous fallout with his elite friends. Demi Moore, Naomi Watts star.

Feud is back with another explosive social fallout story, this time focusing on Truman Capote's banishment from high society after publishing an exposé on his influential friends, known as his "swans." The FX show's second season features a star-studded cast, including Demi Moore, Naomi Watts, and Tom Hollander.

The fallout began in 1975 when Esquire published an excerpt from Capote's novel, Answered Prayers, which revealed the private lives of the swans and their husbands. The latest installment of Ryan Murphy's anthology series brings this dramatic story to life with some of Hollywood's biggest names, including the late Treat Williams in his final on-screen role.

The cast of Feud: Capote vs. The Swans portrays the real-life friends and foes who once dominated high society, including Babe Paley, Slim Keith, C.Z. Guest, and Lee Radziwill. Each character has a unique and fascinating story, from fashion icons to socialites with connections to Winston Churchill and Jacqueline Kennedy.

The show also delves into Capote's tumultuous relationship with the swans, including his fascination with Lee Radziwill's connection to the former First Lady. The salacious exposé that severed his ties with the swans led to his banishment from high society, ultimately sending him into a spiral of self-destruction.

The series also explores the mystery surrounding Capote's ashes, which were alleged to have been stolen from a party at his longtime friend Joanne's home. Despite the controversy, Joanne fondly remembers her whimsical relationship with the late writer, sharing stories of their adventures together.

Tom Hollander, who plays Truman Capote, describes his character as a "rebel" who stood out in a world where everyone was showing off all the time. While Capote's legacy extends far beyond his relationship with the swans, Feud focuses on the fallout that followed the publication of the Answered Prayers excerpt "La Côte Basque, 1965."

The season also pays tribute to the late Treat Williams, who made his final on-screen appearance as Babe Paley's media tycoon husband. Williams' family attended the premiere in New York City, where Ryan Murphy dedicated the season to his memory, sharing the final words Williams said to him during a celebratory group dinner.

The show also delves into Capote's relationship with his partner Jack Dunphy and his destructive affair with John O'Shea. The consequences of his unfinished novel based on the swans and their scandals are explored, shedding light on the impact it had on Capote's life.

Overall, Feud: Capote vs. The Swans brings Truman Capote's explosive social fallout to the screen, showcasing the dramatic and captivating story of his banishment from high society and the lasting impact it had on his life.

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