Sharing a set with certain stars can be memorable for reasons no one puts in the script. A few actors earned a reputation for habits that made life harder for everyone around them—sometimes out of method acting, sometimes just because they could. Crew and co-stars still trade stories about odd smells and unusual routines that left a mark long after filming wrapped.

Christian Bale

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During the production of Hostiles, Timothée Chalamet revealed in a radio interview that one of his co‑stars stayed unwashed for weeks to stay in character. He refused to name the person, but Christian Bale’s reputation for extreme method acting made him a likely candidate. Chalamet further noted grime under the nails and a strong odor in shared spaces.

Brad Pitt

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Juggling a demanding career and raising six children, Brad Pitt explained that he chose quick cleanups with baby wipes instead of full showers. That routine carried over to the set of Inglourious Basterds, where Eli Roth noticed the approach firsthand. Roth admitted the wipes did help, but the smell still built up after hours under hot lights.

Matthew McConaughey

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According to Kate Hudson, filming Fool’s Gold came with a distinct challenge. She said Matthew McConaughey refused to use deodorant even during action scenes in the heat. The scent carried easily during takes, and Hudson even offered him a natural option that he politely declined.

Kate Hudson

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A few years after Fool’s Gold, Hudson surprised audiences by admitting she also skips deodorant entirely. In the middle of a talk show appearance, she said she prefers fewer products and feels comfortable that way. A colleague later shared how her natural scent filled tight spaces on set after long hours.

Jennifer Aniston

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Everyone knows Jennifer Aniston has a serious love for coffee, a habit she has mentioned in many interviews over the years. That passion created some awkward moments that her co‑stars still talk about. For example, Jason Bateman once recalled stopping a kissing scene on The Switch because her coffee breath was too strong,

Ben Affleck

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Reports from the sets of Forces of Nature describe Sandra Bullock quietly giving Ben Affleck a box of mints. Sources said several close scenes left her distracted by his breath, and she found a way to address it without confrontation. The production moved on without any issues, and Affleck never commented on it.

Robert Pattinson

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In various interviews, Robert Pattinson explained that many stories about his hygiene were exaggerated and part of a persona he created early in his career. That version of events differs from what people on the Twilight set shared. Crew members recalled him wearing the same clothes for days and rarely showering, which reportedly discouraged paparazzi from taking fresh photos.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

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There are very few accounts in film history of someone releasing gas directly in a co‑star’s face, but Miriam Margolyes has described exactly that. While filming End of Days, she was lying on the floor for a scene when Arnold Schwarzenegger let out gas inches from her. She immediately shouted at him, convinced it was intentional.

Jennifer Lawrence

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It is a known fact that garlic and tuna leave behind strong aromas that linger far longer than most foods. Liam Hemsworth explained on a late‑night show that Jennifer Lawrence often ate meals like that right before kiss scenes in The Hunger Games. He said the taste hit instantly and made those moments uncomfortable.

Shailene Woodley

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Miles Teller said that on The Spectacular Now, Shailene Woodley chewed clay-based herbal supplements before romantic scenes. He remembered the earthy smell and said it lingered in the air. While the actor discussed these moments with a smile, he admitted that it made those moments harder than expected.

Miles Teller

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Woodley later pointed out that Miles Teller also created problems with his own choices. He drank brightly flavored sports drinks before kissing scenes, and the artificial taste carried into takes. She teased him about it, saying he had no reason to complain about her supplements.

Viggo Mortensen

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Within The Lord of the Rings trilogy’s lore, Viggo Mortensen’s immersive approach remains a frequent topic among fans. He spent nights outdoors, wore the same weathered gear, and avoided modern comforts to embody Aragorn. Fellow actors respected his dedication but admitted the smell was hard to ignore during crowded scenes.

Jason Segel

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While talking to reporters, Alyson Hannigan confided that working with Jason Segel on How I Met Your Mother meant dealing with a smoker’s breath. She said kissing scenes were difficult, even though Segel tried gum and mints to help. They agreed on a system where he would pay her each time he smoked, and he quit for almost a year.

Scarlett Johansson

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One incident that repeatedly surfaced during interviews for We Bought a Zoo became an instant favorite among fans. Matt Damon discussed how an unexpected kissing scene was scheduled right after lunch, which caught the cast by surprise. Scarlett Johansson had just eaten an onion sandwich, not realizing another take was coming.

Johnny Depp

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On the set of The Tourist, word got around that Johnny Depp skipped the toothbrush before a close-up with Angelina Jolie. Instead of making a fuss, she handed him mouthwash and kept things moving.