Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre's Memoir Remarks
Anna Faris said Chuck Lorre's comments about her suitability for the sitcom "Mom" hurt her, and she highlighted her sobriety and gratitude for her time on the show.
Chuck Lorre’s memoir, titled Sitcom, includes a passage in which he recounts initially doubting Anna Faris’s fit for the CBS series Mom because of concerns about her personal life. Lorre wrote that he eventually hired her, but later suggested his early hesitation was justified and that the show found its "true voice" after her departure.
Faris addressed the remarks on Instagram, noting that she did not expect the comments and that they hurt her. She expressed appreciation for the job Lorre gave her, saying she never took it for granted and remains grateful to the cast and crew. Faris also shared that she has been sober for a year and a half, describing herself as happier than in a long time and encouraging others in recovery.
"Chuck gave me a job I loved, and for seven years I never took a day of it for granted," Faris wrote. "I’m proud of what we made together, and nothing changes how grateful I am for those people and those years."
"If anyone reading this is where I was, I hope that’s useful. It gets better. I’m proof."
The actress’s response emphasizes her personal recovery journey and gratitude for her work on the series.