Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson recently made an appearance on the popular talk show, Friday Night With Jonathan Ross, and shared some outrageous audition stories. The two actors have been friends for many years and it was clear from their banter that they have a great rapport with each other.
During the interview, Stiller and Wilson reminisced about their early auditions and how they first met. Stiller revealed that Wilson auditioned for him in the past for a film called “Cable Guy,” which Stiller directed. Wilson admitted that he wasn’t completely convinced by his audition and joked that it was one of his first auditions ever. Stiller affectionately stated that he knew Wilson was funny and had something special about him.
The conversation then shifted to Wilson’s distinctive looks and Stiller playfully commented that he finds him to be a very handsome man. Stiller emphasized that it was not in a sexual way, but he has a deep appreciation for Wilson’s good looks. The two actors shared a lighthearted moment as they discussed their physical appearances and the unique features they each possess.
The interview then veered towards their upcoming film, “Zoolander,” which was a huge hit with audiences. Stiller expressed his excitement about the film and mentioned that a sequel is in the works. He revealed that the sequel would feature legendary actors like Dustin Hoffman and the iconic Barbra Streisand. The mention of Streisand caused quite a stir among the audience, especially among the gay men present, who were thrilled at the prospect of someone meeting the famous singer.
The conversation took a more humorous turn when they discussed their nerves before performing live, especially at events like the Oscars. Stiller and Wilson revealed that they were quite nervous during their Oscars appearance, but they managed to deliver a funny and memorable performance.
Ross also brought up Stiller’s film, “Along Came Polly,” which featured a partially sighted ferret as a character. Stiller shared a funny anecdote about his encounter with the ferrets on set, revealing that he got bitten by one during filming. Wilson playfully teased Stiller about his lack of knowledge about ferrets, leading to a humorous exchange between the two.
Throughout the interview, it was evident that Stiller and Wilson have a great camaraderie and enjoy working together. They discussed their upcoming projects and expressed their enthusiasm for future collaborations.
It was a lively and entertaining episode of Friday Night With Jonathan Ross, as the audience got to see the comedic chemistry between Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson. Their outrageous audition stories and playful banter kept everyone entertained and looking forward to their future projects.
