From TheWrap · Alyssa Ray · · 50s
Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre Memoir Comments
Anna Faris says Chuck Lorre’s memoir criticism hurt her but she’s grateful for their seven-year 'Mom' partnership.
In brief
Anna Faris says Chuck Lorre’s memoir criticism hurt her but she’s grateful for their seven-year 'Mom' partnership. Anna Faris admitted Chuck Lorre’s memoir comments hurt her but praised their seven-year collaboration on CBS’s 'Mom' sitcom. Originally reported by TheWrap.
Anna Faris Responds
Anna Faris admitted Chuck Lorre’s memoir criticism hurt her but she’s grateful for their seven-year 'Mom' partnership.
“Yikes. Yes, I read a few things. I really didn’t see that coming. Of course it hurts.”
Lorre’s Initial Reluctance
Chuck Lorre initially said no to casting Anna Faris as Christy Plunkett in 'Mom' due to concerns about her suitability for the role.
“I initially said no. I wasn’t sure Anna would be appropriate for this kind of material.”
Faris’ Sober Journey
Anna Faris has been sober for a year and a half after recovering from alcoholism, which she linked to depression.
“It turns out there’s a correlation between drinking and depression for me, for sure.”
Lorre’s Vindication
Chuck Lorre claimed his initial reluctance to hire Anna Faris was correct after she left the show for six years.
“After six years, she left the show for mysterious reasons that were not mysterious to anyone on the show.”
What it means
Anna Faris admitted Chuck Lorre’s memoir comments hurt her but praised their seven-year collaboration on CBS’s 'Mom' sitcom.
