'Young Sheldon' Star Requested Intimacy Coordinator For Teen Co
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Key Points:
- Emily Osment advocated for an intimacy coordinator on the set of Young Sheldon to support her 18-year-old co-star Montana Jordan during romantic scenes, despite not wanting one for herself.
- Osment felt protective of Jordan, concerned about his comfort given their age difference and his inexperience with such scenes.
- The show’s director, Alex Reid, acknowledged the oversight in not providing an intimacy coordinator earlier, admitting the production was unprepared for such scenes.
- Young Sheldon co-creator Steve Molaro agreed with Osment’s request for an intimacy coordinator, noting she later felt comfortable filming without one.
- Osment’s early acting experience and protective instincts helped highlight the importance of offering support to younger actors during intimate scenes.
