Jaime Pressly defends Mom cast after Chuck Lorre memoir criticism

Jaime Pressly defends Mom cast after Chuck Lorre memoir criticism

Jaime Pressly defended the Mom ensemble, praising her former co-stars, after Chuck Lorre’s memoir highlighted his early doubts about casting Anna Faris. Pressly told Deadline that she remains proud of the show’s cast despite the creator’s recent comments.

In his memoir, Chuck Lorre wrote that he was hesitant to cast Faris and that her departure after six seasons confirmed his concerns, a point reported by Page Six and The Daily Beast. Anna Faris later posted on Instagram that she is grateful for her time on Mom, announced an 18-month period of sobriety, and said Lorre’s remarks hurt her, as covered by Deadline, TVLine, USA Today and The Cut.

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October 17, 2026
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Jaime Pressly praises Mom cast amid Chuck Lorre memoir remarks
Jaime Pressly praises Mom cast amid Chuck Lorre memoir remarks

Deadline • 17 Oct 23:49

Jaime Pressly defended her former co-stars on the sitcom Mom after creator Chuck Lorre’s memoir suggested he was right to doubt Anna Faris’s casting.

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October 16, 2026
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Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre's Memoir Remarks
Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre's Memoir Remarks

The Cut • 16 Oct 16:43

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.

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Anna Faris reacts to Chuck Lorre's comments in memoir
Anna Faris reacts to Chuck Lorre's comments in memoir

USA Today • 16 Oct 12:25

Anna Faris said she was hurt by Chuck Lorre's remarks about his earlier reluctance to cast her on "Mom," while reaffirming her gratitude for the show and her personal sobriety.

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Anna Faris Announces Year-and-a-Half Sobriety Amid Chuck Lorre Memoir Comments
Anna Faris Announces Year-and-a-Half Sobriety Amid Chuck Lorre Memoir Comments

TVLine • 16 Oct 01:59

Actress Anna Faris disclosed a 18-month period of sobriety in an Instagram post, responding to Chuck Lorre’s memoir remarks about her departure from the sitcom "Mom."

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October 15, 2026
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Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre's Remarks on Her Departure from Mom
Anna Faris Responds to Chuck Lorre's Remarks on Her Departure from Mom

Deadline • 15 Oct 23:38

Anna Faris addressed Chuck Lorre's comments about her exit from the sitcom Mom, expressing gratitude for her time on the show and sharing personal updates.

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October 14, 2026
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Chuck Lorre Says He Initially Doubted Anna Faris for 'Mom' and Later Felt His Concerns Were Validated
Chuck Lorre Says He Initially Doubted Anna Faris for 'Mom' and Later Felt His Concerns Were Validated

The Daily Beast • 14 Oct 20:42

TV producer Chuck Lorre revealed in his memoir that he was hesitant to cast Anna Faris in the sitcom Mom and believes her 2020 departure confirmed his early reservations.

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Chuck Lorre says his early doubts about casting Anna Faris on 'Mom' were validated by her departure
Chuck Lorre says his early doubts about casting Anna Faris on 'Mom' were validated by her departure

Page Six • 14 Oct 19:32

In his memoir, sitcom creator Chuck Lorre reflects on his initial hesitation to cast Anna Faris in CBS's 'Mom' and notes that her exit after six seasons confirmed his concerns.

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Chuck Lorre Says His Initial Doubts About Casting Anna Faris on "Mom" Were Confirmed by Her Departure
Chuck Lorre Says His Initial Doubts About Casting Anna Faris on "Mom" Were Confirmed by Her Departure

E! News • 14 Oct 00:31

In his memoir, Chuck Lorre reflects on his early reservations about hiring Anna Faris for the sitcom "Mom" and cites her 2020 exit as validation, while Faris explains the personal challenges that led to her leaving.

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