Hollywood comedian and actor Seth Rogen has confirmed that his friendship with James Franco is officially over, signaling a definitive break from his longtime collaborator. The duo, known for hit films like Pineapple Express, This Is the End, and Sausage Party, parted ways after Franco faced multiple allegations of sexual misconduct.
Seth Rogen Confirms Split from James Franco
In a recent interview with Esquire, Rogen, 42, made it clear that he has no plans to reconcile with Franco, 46. The accusations against Franco led Rogen to distance himself from his former writing partner, despite their past successes. He stated, “Honestly, I absorb so little media that it really wasn’t on my radar.”
James Franco Admits Friendship with Rogen is Over
Franco, who reached a $2 million settlement in a sexual misconduct lawsuit in 2021, previously acknowledged that his friendship with Rogen had ended. In an interview with Variety, he admitted his regret over their fallout, saying, “I haven’t talked to Seth. I love Seth, we had 20 great years together, but I guess it’s over. And not for lack of trying. I’ve told him how much he’s meant to me.”
James Franco’s Hollywood Fallout and Career Struggles
Since the allegations, Franco has been largely shunned by Hollywood, but he remains grateful for the opportunity to continue working in the industry. Having undergone treatment for sexual addiction, Franco reflected on his career hiatus, stating, “I’m so grateful to be working. I did go through a lawsuit, and during that lawsuit, I wasn’t working. But then COVID hit, so everybody wasn’t working. So, I don’t know, it was all … I mean, we were all kind of in it.”
He further added, “I had to change my whole way of life. So I am proud of the kind of work I did during that time.”
The Future for Rogen and Franco
While Franco attempts to rebuild his career, Rogen has moved forward, distancing himself from the controversy. With no plans to reunite professionally or personally, the once-iconic Hollywood partnership appears to be permanently over. As Rogen continues his successful career in film and television, Franco’s future in the entertainment industry remains uncertain.
