Tyra Banks Gets Real: How Bridget Moynahan Made Her Nervous on the “Coyote Ugly” Set
Who knew that even supermodels could feel a little starstruck? Tyra Banks recently spilled some tea about her time on the set of “Coyote Ugly” during a fun Q&A to celebrate the film’s 25th anniversary. Yup, it’s been that long since we were all captivated by the mugs and moves of that iconic cast! The ultimate runway diva revealed that she was totally “intimidated” by none other than Bridget Moynahan, who played Rachel in the film, despite the fact they were already old pals from their modeling days in Paris. Talk about a plot twist!
At the event held at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica, Tyra not only reminisced about those wild days but also candidly admitted how nervous she felt around her fellow actress. “Bridget had this fierce energy, and I was just trying to keep up,” Banks confessed in what felt like a throwback to a high school cafeteria where the cool kids ruled the roost. Isn’t it refreshing to see that vulnerability? Even Bridget echoed those sentiments, revealing she felt intimidated too, especially when sharing the screen with seasoned castmates like Maria Bello. “I mean, Maria just owned the bar; she was the boss! I was just trying to hold my nerve,” Moynahan shared.
Banks, who portrayed the no-nonsense bartender Zöe, even went on to speculate about where her character would be today — get this — a successful lawyer who ended up taking over the bar scene after some hilarious escapades involving an antler. It’s quirky ideas like these that make fans wonder if there could be a sequel in the works, perhaps called “Passing the Bar”? We can totally see lawyers dancing away their woes, right?
And let’s not forget, “Coyote Ugly” isn’t just a movie; it’s a cultural phenomenon that birthed countless wannabe bar dancers and inspired nights out full of catchy tunes and bold moves. So, if you haven’t caught the movie lately, dust off that DVD or stream it and remember the glam of those yesteryears! A huge shoutout to Tyra, Bridget, and the whole crew for keeping those nostalgic vibes alive!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, Variety
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