Kristen Bell and Adam Brody are two stars who found fame in the early 2000s through their roles in some of the most popular teen dramas of that era. Kristen Bell became the face of Veronica Mars, while Adam Brody won hearts on The O.C. But despite their shared success during the same time period, a recent podcast appearance revealed something surprising: neither of them has ever watched the other’s show.
The conversation took place on Armchair Expert, the podcast hosted by Dax Shepard and Monica Padman. Both Kristen Bell and Adam Brody were guests, and the topic quickly turned to their iconic TV roles. What followed was a lighthearted and humorous exchange that revealed a few unexpected truths.
Kristen Bell’s Honest Confession
It all started when Shepard, who is married to Kristen Bell, asked if she ever watched The O.C. or had a crush on Brody’s character, Seth Cohen. Bell’s response caught everyone off guard. “I’ve never seen any episode of The O.C.,” she admitted with a laugh, leaving Brody and Shepard in fits of laughter.
While Bell confessed that she hadn’t seen the show, she did admit to having a crush on Brody at the time. “Did I have a crush on Adam? Of course. Everybody did,” Bell said, adding a bit of charm to the conversation. The confession made it clear that even without watching The O.C., she still found Brody appealing.
Adam Brody’s Surprising Response
The surprise didn’t stop there. After hearing Bell’s admission, Brody chimed in with his own confession: he had never seen Veronica Mars. This clearly disappointed Bell, who jokingly said, “That one hurts,” as the group groaned in response. It was a humorous yet genuine moment, showing how much these two actors have influenced pop culture while not keeping up with each other’s work.
Veronica Mars, which aired from 2004 to 2007, followed Bell’s character as a high school student who also worked as a private investigator. The show became a cult favorite, sparking a film in 2014 and a fourth season in 2019. Like The O.C., Veronica Mars defined the early 2000s for many viewers, making Brody’s confession all the more surprising.
Why They Missed Each Other’s Shows
While fans of both The O.C. and Veronica Mars might expect the actors to have watched each other’s work, both Bell and Brody had reasonable explanations. Shepard was quick to defend his wife, explaining that during the time The O.C. was airing, Kristen Bell was in her twenties, focused on her own projects and personal life. “You weren’t watching a ton of TV. You were out doing life,” Shepard reminded her, suggesting that her busy schedule left little time for TV dramas.
Brody also had a similar reason for not watching Veronica Mars. He explained that at the time, he wasn’t interested in watching high school dramas. “I wasn’t in watching a bunch of high school shows,” Brody said. Instead, he spent more time at movie theaters, which kept him from catching shows like Veronica Mars.
The Impact of The O.C. and Veronica Mars
Despite never watching each other’s shows, both Kristen Bell and Adam Brody left a lasting mark on early 2000s television. Brody’s portrayal of Seth Cohen on The O.C. made him a standout character, beloved for his quirky personality and nerdy charm. The show ran from 2003 to 2007, cementing Brody as a teen drama heartthrob.
Kristen Bell’s role as Veronica Mars was equally iconic. Playing a quick-witted, tough-as-nails private investigator, Bell brought depth and relatability to the character, winning over critics and fans alike. Veronica Mars continues to be a fan favorite, with the show’s revival and movie proving just how much the character still resonates.
A Mutual Admiration
Even though they hadn’t seen each other’s most famous roles, it was clear throughout the podcast that Kristen Bell and Adam Brody hold a lot of admiration for one another. Bell expressed how much she continues to appreciate Brody, saying, “I adored Adam. Of course. Everybody did. Everybody does. And I continue to.” Their lighthearted banter and mutual respect made for an entertaining and humanizing conversation.
The entire exchange between Kristen Bell and Adam Brody on Armchair Expert offered fans a fun glimpse into their real lives, showing that even stars of hit TV shows can miss out on each other’s work. It also highlights the fact that their busy careers left little time for them to sit down and watch the TV that shaped pop culture during the early 2000s.
Kristen Bell and Adam Brody’s recent podcast appearance was filled with candid moments and surprising confessions. Despite starring in two of the most beloved teen dramas of the early 2000s, neither actor had seen the other’s show, much to the surprise of fans. However, their mutual respect and humorous reflections show that even without watching each other’s work, their roles left a lasting impression on TV history.
For fans of The O.C. and Veronica Mars, this conversation was a reminder that actors, like everyone else, don’t always have time to catch up on every show. Kristen Bell and Adam Brody may have missed each other’s work, but their connection remains strong, and their performances continue to be cherished by audiences everywhere.
