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In one of the more unusual and entertaining Hollywood behind-the-scenes stories to come out lately, Amanda Seyfried has revealed that her 'Dear John' co-star Channing Tatum once peed on her—literally. In a recent interview, the 'Mamma Mia!' actor described how Tatum, who is well-known for his charisma and sense of humour, attempted a practical joke that resulted in his urinating on Seyfried's leg during a beach scene without her initially recognizing it. The bizarre incident, which even involved a makeup artist almost drinking from a cup contaminated by the prank, has since gone viral, highlighting not only the pair's comedic chemistry but also their close friendship on set.
A Bizarre But Funny Set Moment from 'Dear John'
While 'Dear John' was released over a decade ago, Seyfried's latest disclosures have brought the love drama back into the spotlight. The film, which is based on Nicholas Sparks' book, follows Channing Tatum's character, soldier John Tyree, and Seyfried's character, Savannah Curtis, as they deal with love and long-distance separation through emotional letters while he is serving in the military.
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But behind the emotional storyline was seemingly a very playful on-set relationship between the two actors. Seyfried explained that she and Tatum "effed with each other the entire movie in, like, a super, super fun way," describing him as "very, very funny" and someone she genuinely enjoyed working with. In one infamous prank, Tatum allegedly peed on Seyfried's leg during a beach scene without her realizing why he was standing so close—prompting a hilarious realization afterward.
To add to the chaos, a makeup artist almost drank some of the urine that landed up in a nearby coffee cup before Seyfried yelled and intervened. Tatum then reportedly ran away laughing as she screamed—making it a memorable moment for everyone involved. Even though the scene seems crazy, Seyfried laughed about it throughout the interview, emphasizing that it was all a part of their enjoyable time together on set.
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A Fond Look Back at Their On-Screen Partnership
Beyond this unusual prank, Seyfried's tale reveals the friendly and lighthearted off-screen relationship she and Tatum formed while making 'Dear John.' In order to counterbalance the film's harsher themes of love, separation, and emotional strain, the two frequently kept things humorous. Seyfried has previously referred to Tatum as one of her "favorite co-stars," praising their similar sense of humour and comfort with one another during production.
The unexpected behind-the-scenes surprised and delighted fans of both stars, with many praising Seyfried's ability to laugh about the joke years later. Both celebrities are still doing well in their careers now.
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While Tatum has gained recognition for his wide range of roles, including comedy, action, and tragic parts, Seyfried has taken on a variety of roles in television and movies. Looking back at 'Dear John' now, it's clear that the movie was not only a professional milestone but also a source of unforgettable and unexpectedly humorous memories for its stars.