Austin Nichols performed a vital position within the 2001 film Vacation within the Solar. Whereas the movie has been loved by many younger viewers, the actor not too long ago recalled how unusual it was for him to kiss a younger actress. Nichols appeared within the film alongside Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, marking an early outing in his appearing profession.
Talking on Wednesday’s episode of the Drama Queens podcast, the actor remembered feeling anxious in the course of the filming. “I used to be undoubtedly nervous as a result of Mary-Kate was 15, and I used to be, I feel, 18 or 19 — possibly even 20. I do not bear in mind, however I used to be too outdated,” he shared with the hosts and his former One Tree Hill co-stars Hilarie Burton Morgan, Sophia Bush, and Bethany Pleasure Lenz.
Nichols went on so as to add, “It felt bizarre, and it felt unsuitable.”
Persevering with on the podcast, Nichols defined that the age distinction wasn’t very apparent, as he seemed younger — being skinny and nerdy — however in his thoughts, he stored pondering, “She’s 15. This isn’t… that is bizarre.”
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Speaking concerning the kissing scene, Austin Nichols recalled that he spoke with the producer and even Mary-Kate’s father, asking in the event that they have been comfy with it. Apparently, the adults didn’t appear almost as involved as he was. Reflecting on the scenario, Nichols stated, “No person appeared involved, and I used to be very involved, but it surely turned out high-quality. It was all very G-rated.”
In response to his issues, Sophia Bush remarked that the actress reverse him had been within the trade for a very long time, and it possible wasn’t her first on-screen kiss with somebody 5 years older. To that, Nichols replied, “They’re youngsters.”
For context, Austin Nichols turned 21 earlier than the film was launched in shops.
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