'Clipped' Episode 3 Preview: Donald Sterling's controversial audio clip to go viral

Things are about to get nasty for Donald Sterling in 'Clipped' Episode 3 as V. Stiviano leaks the audio clip in media
A big scandal awaits Donald Sterling (played by Ed O'Neill) in Episode 3 of 'Clipped' (@hulu)
A big scandal awaits Donald Sterling (played by Ed O'Neill) in Episode 3 of 'Clipped' (@hulu)

Contains spoilers for 'Clipped'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Clipped', a sports drama miniseries based on true events, made its premiere with two episodes on Hulu on June 4, 2024. It explores one of the biggest controversies in the history of basketball revolving around Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling.

The series features Laurence Fishburne as Doc Rivers, Ed O'Neill as Donald Sterling, Jacki Weaver as Shelly Sterling, and Cleopatra Coleman as V. Stiviano.

'Clipped' Episode 1 and 2 dived into Donald Sterling's dysfunctional marriage and his relationship with his assistant V. Stiviano while also shedding light on the ensemble of characters striving to win under the mentorship of Doc Rivers.

When will 'Clipped' Episode 3 release?

Cleopatra Coleman as V Stiviano in a still from 'Clipped' (@hulu)
Cleopatra Coleman as V. Stiviano in a still from 'Clipped' (@hulu)

After engaging fans with Donald Sterling's laid-back lifestyle in two episodes, Hulu is planning to drop one episode every week until the series' conclusion on July 2, 2024.

As per the schedule, 'Clipped' Episode 3, titled 'Let the Games Began’, will be released next Tuesday, June 11, 2024.

What happened in 'Clipped' Episode 2?

Ed O'Neill and Cleopatra Coleman in 'Clipped' (@hulu)
Ed O'Neill and Cleopatra Coleman in 'Clipped' (@hulu)

'Clipped' Episode 2 begins with V receiving a lawsuit of $2.5 million from Shelly. Afraid and shocked, she goes to Donald and tries to manipulate him.

Shelly opens up about her jealousy and insecurities to Donald and he calms her down as they sit by the pool and have a heartfelt conversation.

While on one hand, the team stumbles in the opening round of the playoffs against the Warriors, V threatens to go public with a shocking audio tape of Donald.

Donald remains unbothered about the tape while Shelly gets on her toes to stop the upcoming scandal.

As Shelly hires a lawyer to deal with the situation, V gives the tape to TMZ.

What to expect in 'Clipped' Episode 3?

Jacki Weaver as Shelly Sterling in 'Clipped' (@hulu)
Jacki Weaver as Shelly Sterling in 'Clipped' (@hulu)

The audio tape where Donald Sterling can be heard making controversial racist remarks on African Americans has already reached TMZ. The media house has been seeking comments from Shelly and others associated with Donald regarding the clip.

In 'Clipped' Episode 3, the bomb's going to explode. As Donald's audio clip will be released, it will create a havoc in his personal and professional life.

His basketball team that comprises of Black men may take offense and would like to disassociate with him. Meanwhile, V will enjoy her newfound media spotlight.

The official synopsis for 'Clipped' Episode 3 reads, "The tape hits TMZ, right in time to disrupt the Clippers' hard-won momentum and Donald's 80th birthday. V. responds to the outrage with curious sartorial choices."

'Clipped' is available to stream on Hulu

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