Reese Witherspoon says an actress ended their friendship over a roast, and fans are shocked. The award-winning star recently revealed that a speech she gave at a formal event went terribly wrong, causing a rift with a well-known actress. Now, Witherspoon admits she is still haunted by the moment.
Let’s break down what really happened, why her joke backfired, and how the fallout unfolded between the two Hollywood stars.
Reese Witherspoon shares story of how a famous actress ended their friendship
Reese Witherspoon recently opened up about a moment that still haunts her—delivering a speech that ended a friendship with a well-known actress. Speaking with her You’re Cordially Invited co-star Will Ferrell, she revealed how a misjudged speech at an awards ceremony resulted in an unexpected fallout.
The Legally Blonde star was asked to present an award to an actress she wasn’t particularly close with. However, misunderstanding the event’s tone, she delivered what she thought was a lighthearted roast. The humor, unfortunately, did not land well, leaving Witherspoon embarrassed and the recipient deeply offended.
Witherspoon recalled that she mistook the event for a casual and humorous gathering. Assuming it was a roast-style ceremony, she crafted a speech filled with witty anecdotes, including a shared experience of laser hair removal. However, the reality was starkly different—the event was formal, British, and elegant.
The actress in question did not appreciate Witherspoon’s approach. The fallout was immediate, as Witherspoon admitted, “We’re not friends anymore. I’m not even kidding—she doesn’t talk to me anymore.” (via People)
While she found the situation amusing in hindsight, she acknowledged that it was an unfortunate misjudgment of the setting and audience. Despite Witherspoon’s regret, she has since moved on. However, she admitted that the experience lingers in her mind as a lesson about reading the room before making jokes. “It was pretty bad,” she confessed.
