Sarah Michelle Gellar clears the air over viral Jennifer Love Hewitt moment as past feud rumors resurface
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Sarah Michelle Gellar set the record straight after a viral red carpet moment sparked rumors about her relations with former co-star Jennifer Love Hewitt.
During the New York premiere of her new series, 'Dexter: New Blood' on December 11, Gellar, 47, was asked about Hewitt's potential return in the upcoming 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' reboot movie.
Sarah Michelle Gellar’s addresses red carpet moment with Jennifer Love Hewitt
Sarah Michelle Gellar's response left fans wondering if there was any tension between the two, as she briefly hesitated before saying, “I have nothing to do with that,” and then smiling as she stepped away from the interview.
The interaction, which quickly spread online, reignited past rumors of an alleged feud between the two actresses, who starred together in the 1997 slasher film 'I Know What You Did Last Summer'.
Fans took Gellar’s pause and cryptic response as a subtle dig, speculating about unresolved issues from their time on set.
As per PEOPLE magazine, Gellar addressed the situation on her Instagram Stories on December 13. In a candid message, she talked about her reaction, attributing it to confusion regarding non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) related to the new project.
She wrote humorously, referencing her recent behind-the-scenes photo showing a chair from the 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' set, "Aspiring actors please note: this deer in the headlights reaction is perfect for when you are excited to see so many old friends in one project but have already stupidly forgotten what NDA means once this month."
Gellar's post appeared to cover both the broader background of her interactions with the 'I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot' as well as her viral red carpet moment.
Jennifer Love Hewitt confirms return to 'I Know What You Did Last Summer reboot'
On December 13, Jennifer Love Hewitt, who played Julie James in the original movie, announced on Instagram that she would be returning to the reboot.
In her post, Hewitt shared a photo of herself in character, writing, "It’s never too late to go back. Julie James is returning. I know what you will be doing next summer!"
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According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hewitt discussed past rumors of a feud with Gellar and whether or not she demanded the death of Gellar's character on a recent episode of the 'I've Never Said This Before with Tommy DiDario' podcast.
"I was 18. They were not taking script notes from me. All of us were in that experience together, you know, figuring it all out and everything. And I root for her and Freddie," she said. "I think it’s the cutest thing in the world that they’ve been married for 100 years and have kids. It’s, like, adorable. So it’s just been really funny to see all of this stuff."
