Christina Applegate has revisited a pivotal moment in her youth involving Brad Pitt in her memoir, *You With The Sad Eyes*. The actress candidly shared an incident from the late 1980s that led to years of silence between the two. This reflection highlights both her early fame and the critical decisions made during her teenage years.
Christina Applegate’s Early Fame
Christina Applegate, now 54, gained fame at just 15 years old for her role as Kelly Bundy on the sitcom *Married… With Children*. In her memoir, she discusses her life, career, and her multiple sclerosis diagnosis in 2021. The book takes a deep dive into her memories, including one particularly awkward incident involving Brad Pitt.
The MTV Video Music Awards Incident
In 1989, a young Applegate was navigating friendships with various actors, including a then-little-known Brad Pitt. Both shared a platonic friendship until an unexpected moment changed their dynamic. While preparing for the MTV Video Music Awards, Applegate invited Pitt to be her date.
- Age of Applegate during the incident: 17
- Event: MTV Video Music Awards (1989)
- Pitt’s role: Drove Applegate and her entourage to the event
Choosing Sebastian Bach Over Brad Pitt
During the event, Applegate’s attention shifted to musician Sebastian Bach, frontman of Skid Row. Despite Pitt’s kindness in driving them to the awards, Applegate ultimately chose to leave with Bach. She later reflected, “Brad back then was still making his way as an actor.”
The Fallout with Brad Pitt
After abandoning Pitt for Bach, tensions rose. He ended the night feeling frustrated, having to drive Applegate’s mother and friend home. This incident led to a long period of silence between the two. Applegate revealed that years later, multiple partners of Pitt asked if she was “the girl who left Brad behind.” According to Applegate, he had shared his lingering resentment about the incident.
Reconciliation Over Time
Eventually, Applegate and Pitt found a way to reconcile. In her memoir, she expressed that they reached an understanding. They could forgive and acknowledge the youthful mistakes. “Brad is now THE Brad Pitt, and Sebastian Bach… well, he still has long hair, I guess,” Applegate humorously concluded.
Legacy of the Incident
In a light-hearted take on the past, Bach later confirmed his role in this memorable encounter. He humorously remarked, “So there was a time on this earth when Sebastian Bach was, like, a hotter lay than Brad Pitt.” This unexpected twist adds to the narrative and showcases how life can change rapidly in the entertainment world.
