The cast of The Good Doctor has been thrown into controversy after rumors surfaced involving lead actor Freddie Highmore and a fellow actress from the long-running medical drama.
According to multiple entertainment insiders, tensions began building behind the scenes during the filming of the later seasons. What initially appeared to be a close professional friendship allegedly developed into a secret romantic relationship between Highmore and his co-star — despite both being involved in other relationships at the time.
Sources claim the alleged affair occurred primarily on set, with crew members noticing unusual behavior during late-night shoots and private rehearsals that were not part of the official schedule.
“The chemistry on screen suddenly felt very real,” one anonymous staff member reportedly said. “People started whispering long before anyone dared to speak openly.”
As rumors spread, production insiders say the situation caused visible discomfort among the cast. Several scenes were reportedly rewritten, and filming schedules quietly adjusted to limit interaction between the two actors.
While neither Freddie Highmore nor the actress involved ever publicly confirmed the allegations, the scandal quickly gained traction on social media, dividing fans of the series. Some defended the actor, insisting the rumors were exaggerated, while others believed the tension seen on screen reflected real-life conflict.
ABC Studios never issued an official statement, choosing instead to label the situation as “unsubstantiated speculation.” However, fans noted that after the controversy, the actress’s screen time was significantly reduced, further fueling suspicion.
Despite the scandal, The Good Doctor continued to perform strongly in ratings, though many viewers admitted the atmosphere of the show felt different afterward.
To this day, the alleged affair remains one of the most talked-about behind-the-scenes mysteries in the show’s history — a reminder that in Hollywood, the line between fiction and reality can sometimes blur dangerously close.