Off Campus creator Louisa Levy has formally disputed claims regarding salary disparities among the cast of the Prime Video series’ inaugural season. The showrunner addressed the allegations directly on social media, labeling the figures circulated by a podcast as inaccurate and reaffirming her commitment to pay equity within her production.
The controversy emerged following a July 12 episode of the In the Vault podcast. During the segment, hosts Ali Rose Gray and Shane Sutherland presented a breakdown of reported earnings for several cast members, alleging that male leads received higher compensation than their female counterparts. Specifically, the podcast claimed that Belmont Cameli earned $260,000, Josh Heuston earned $200,000, and both Stephen Kalyn and Antonio Cipriano were paid $120,000. In contrast, the hosts alleged that Ella Bright and Mika Abdalla each earned $160,000 for their roles in the first season.
Levy, who oversees the adaptation of the popular book series by Elle Kennedy, intervened in the conversation via a comment on the podcast’s official Instagram account. Addressing the claims head-on, Levy wrote, “Check your sources. These numbers are far from correct.”
Levy emphasized that while the gender pay gap remains a significant concern across the entertainment industry, she actively works to ensure parity among her cast members. Her response was met with support from followers who praised her for addressing the misinformation directly.
Production Status of ‘Off Campus’
The series, which is inspired by the successful hockey romance novels written by Elle Kennedy, premiered on Prime Video in May. The source material for the show includes a collection of titles such as The Deal, The Mistake, The Score, The Goal, and The Legacy.
Production for the second season is currently underway in Vancouver, Canada. According to industry scheduling, filming is slated to continue through September 18. While an official premiere date for the second season has not been confirmed by the studio, reports suggest that a release is anticipated in the spring of 2027.
As the production continues in Vancouver, fans of the series are awaiting further official updates regarding the cast and the development of the upcoming season. For ongoing news concerning the show, viewers should monitor official announcements from the production team and Prime Video.
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