Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny

Gillian Anderson has addressed the long-standing curiosity surrounding her kiss with co-star David Duchovny at the 1997 Emmy Awards, explaining it was a spontaneous celebration of their close working relationship on 'The X-Files.' In a recent TikTok video, Anderson humorously referred to her then-boyfriend Rodney Rowland as her 'beard' and acknowledged the complexity of the moment, stating, 'I guess because he was on the show with me, and we were practically married.' She reassured fans that Rowland was a good sport about the incident and that he understood the context. The kiss sparked rumors about a potential off-screen romance between Anderson and Duchovny, which she has since denied, emphasizing their friendship instead. Anderson's comments come as clips of the moment resurface on social media, reigniting fan interest in the iconic series. Ultimately, she expressed that the kiss was simply a reflection of their close bond during a significant celebration.