Lindsay Lohan recalls how she cheekily asked Disney CEO for ‘double’ pay for 'The Parent Trap' roles

Lindsay Lohan shared a witty exchange from the premiere of the 1998 Disney classic when she was just 12 years old
UPDATED NOV 23, 2024
Lindsay Lohan once quipped she deserved double pay for playing twins in 'The Parent Trap' (Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)
Lindsay Lohan once quipped she deserved double pay for playing twins in 'The Parent Trap' (Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Lindsay Lohan, now 38, recently revisited a legendary moment from her 'Parent Trap' days during an appearance on 'Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen'.

Joined by 'Mean Girls' co-star Lacey Chabert, Lohan shared a cheeky exchange from the red carpet premiere of the 1998 Disney classic when she was just 12 years old, as reported by PEOPLE.

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According to Lohan, then-Disney CEO Michael Eisner approached her with a playful question: “Where’s your twin?” Referring to her dual role as Hallie and Annie in the beloved film, Lohan quipped, “I was so young I don’t even know how I thought to say this, but I’ll never forget what I said. I said, 'Well, you should’ve paid me double, ’cause I don’t have one!'”

The sharp-witted response earned a high-five from Cohen and gasps of admiration from Chabert, who reacted with a surprised “Oh!” during the segment.

Lindsay Lohan at the Mann National Theatre in Westwood, California (Photo by Barry King/WireImage)
Lindsay Lohan at the Mann National Theatre in Westwood, California (Barry King/WireImage)

In the same interview, Lohan revealed that The 'Parent Trap' was the first movie she ever auditioned for and, remarkably, her last audition. “I haven’t auditioned since that,” she said.

Lohan’s latest project, Netflix’s holiday rom-com 'Our Little Secret', debuts on November 27, giving fans yet another reason to celebrate the actress’s charm and versatility.

Lindsay Lohan’s 'Parent Trap' Disney story lights up social media

Lindsay Lohan attends Clarins New Product Launch Party at Private Residence on March 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Olivia Wong/Getty Images)
Lindsay Lohan attends Clarins New Product Launch Party at Private Residence on March 15, 2024, in Los Angeles, California (Olivia Wong/Getty Images)

Fans online have embraced the moment as yet another example of Lindsay Lohan’s timeless charisma.

Social media erupted in admiration for Lohan’s confidence and success. “You should’ve paid me double’ is my mantra, and I’m not even playing twins,” one fan wrote. Another commented, “She hasn’t auditioned since she was 12? Legend.”

Fans were equally delighted by Lohan’s radiant appearance on the show. “She looks healthy and beautiful, always want the very best for her,” one user shared.

"I’ve never been happier to see such a queen ascend her throne," a user said.

Another user wrote, "She looks healthy and beautiful, always want the very best for her."

"Now that’s one hell of a glow-up and a COME BACK," another user commented.

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