The HBO series "Sex and the City" shared its title with the narrator's dating column in the fictional New York Star. The show followed the lives of four women in New York City: Carrie Bradshaw, the narrator and columnist, along with her friends Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda. Through Carrie's column, the series explored various aspects of dating, relationships, and modern urban life. "Sex and the City" became widely popular for its honest portrayal of female friendships, fashion, and discussions about love and sex. It ran for six seasons, from 1998 to 2004, and inspired two movies and a subsequent spin-off series.