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Seth Rogen Reflects on Cringe-Worthy 'Gigli' Audition

6/24/2025

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Seth Rogen brought laughter to “Jimmy Kimmel Live” as he recounted his cringe-worthy audition for “Gigli,” fearing its release could ruin his career. He vividly described trying out for a role meant for a boy with a cognitive disability, which eventually went to Justin Bartha. Rogen felt a wave of relief knowing the audition was captured on VHS, keeping it safely buried in the past.

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Seth Rogen brought laughter to “Jimmy Kimmel Live” as he recounted his cringe-worthy audition for “Gigli,” fearing its release could ruin his career. He vividly described trying out for a role meant for a boy with a cognitive disability, which eventually went to Justin Bartha. Rogen felt a wave of relief knowing the audition was captured on VHS, keeping it safely buried in the past.