Courtney Thorne-Smith Reflects on On-Set Experience

Courtney Thorne-Smith, best known for her role in 'Melrose Place', recounted a troubling experience from her early acting career on the podcast 'Still the Place'. At just 17 years old, she was cast opposite a man in his thirties in a film that required her to wear a 'really sexy negligee' which was not part of the original script or her no-nudity clause. Despite feeling pressured by the production and being labeled as 'a baby' by a producer, Thorne-Smith stood her ground and contacted her agent for support. She ultimately wore a button-down shirt for the scene, and crew members later praised her for her decision. Reflecting on the incident, she expressed gratitude for her ability to advocate for herself at such a young age, especially in light of the recent MeToo movement. Thorne-Smith's experience highlights ongoing issues of exploitation faced by young actresses in Hollywood.