Emma Stone Opens Up About How Andrew Garfield Lied to Her About His Big 'Spider-Man' Return

In a candid and amusing revelation, Oscar-winner Emma Stone opened up during a recent appearance on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast about how her former co-star—and ex-boyfriend—Andrew Garfield kept his return to the web-slinging world totally under wraps. 

Despite their close connection from their time together on the set of 'The Amazing Spider‑Man' and subsequent friendship, Garfield apparently denied his involvement in 'Spider‑Man: No Way Home' when Stone asked him directly—and she only discovered his cameo when she watched the movie like everyone else. Her reaction? Let's just say she wasn't thrilled. 

A Friendly Partnership with a Secret

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Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield's friendship has long been one of Hollywood's most beloved off-screen stories. Stone and Garfield first crossed paths on the set of 'The Amazing Spider-Man' in 2012, where Stone portrayed Gwen Stacy, Garfield's vivacious and brilliant love interest. Their on-screen chemistry quickly blossomed into a real-life romance that lasted for several years, capturing fans' hearts. Even after their breakup in 2015, the pair remained supportive of each other's careers and accomplishments. However, when speculation started to circulate that Garfield would make an appearance in the 2021 Marvel blockbuster 'Spider-Man: No Way Home,' that friendship was put to the test.

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Stone recalls texting Garfield to ask him directly if he was in the movie during her most recent interview on the 'Happy Sad Confused' podcast. "I kept asking him, and he kept denying it," she said. "He was like, I don't know what you're talking about." Taking him at his word, she assumed the gossip was false. When the film was finally released, Stone joined millions of fans in discovering that Garfield had indeed suited up again alongside Tom Holland and Tobey Maguire. She was completely taken aback by the discovery, and she couldn't help but brand him "a jerk" for keeping her in the dark, as she joked. 

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The Lie, the Reveal, and the Reaction

Andrew Garfield later confirmed that he had lied to everyone, including Stone, in order to protect one of the biggest cinematic secrets in recent years. He clarified that he "didn't want to spoil anything for anyone, no matter who asked" and that his denials were a necessary aspect of preserving the audience's sense of surprise. In earlier interviews, Garfield compared the experience to "playing a long game of Werewolf," where everyone was trying to uncover the truth. Although he remained silent until the release of the film, he acknowledged that Stone messaged him several times in an attempt to gain an honest response.

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Stone, who chuckled as she recounted the tale, acknowledged that she respected Garfield's commitment to maintaining the surprise. She remarked, "He kept it really close to the vest." Though she might have been tricked, there was no hard feeling between them—only appreciation for the moment of shared laughter that followed. Their playful exchange reminded fans of the deep mutual respect that still exists between the two. Stone, now married to filmmaker Dave McCary, has continued to praise Garfield's work, while Garfield has often spoken fondly of their time together.

From 'Spider-Man' to Lifelong Respect

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Both the actors have embarked on exciting new phases in their lives and professions. While Stone has emerged as one of the most versatile actors of her generation, receiving her second Oscar for 'Poor Things,' and most recently starring in Yorgos Lanthimos's 'Bugonia,' Garfield has received critical acclaim for films like 'Tick, Tick... Boom!' and 'Under the Banner of Heaven.' 

Their enduring friendship, which is based on mutual affection, a shared past, and just enough mischief to make it charming, is still a Hollywood fan favorite. As Stone's good-natured teasing proves, even superheroes sometimes need to tell a little white lie—especially when the fate of the multiverse (and the surprise) depends on it. 

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