Chris Pine Addresses “Emotionally Incapacitating” Acne That Kept Him From Landing Role in ‘The O.C.’

Chris Pine revealed that he missed out on the lead role in 'The O.C.' due to severe acne, which casting director Patrick Rush confirmed was a deciding factor. Pine discussed the emotional toll of acne on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, describing it as "emotionally incapacitating." He emphasized understanding the aesthetic demands of a show like 'The O.C.', but also shared the broader impacts of acne on his mental health, aiming to resonate with others facing similar struggles. Pine's latest project, 'Poolman,' marks his directorial debut where he also stars and co-writes.