Entertainment · October 16, 2026
Anna Faris Says ‘It Hurts’ After ‘Mom’ Creator Chuck Lorre Admits His ‘Reluctance to Hire’ Her Was Proven ‘Correct’ After She Exited the Show
Actress Anna Faris has responded to comments made by 'Mom' creator Chuck Lorre in his new memoir, 'Sitcom.' In the book, Lorre expressed that his initial reluctance to cast Faris was ultimately validated by her departure from the show in 2020. Faris posted a statement on Instagram acknowledging that Lorre's remarks 'hurt' but emphasized her pride in the seven years she spent on the series. She also shared personal news regarding her recovery journey, revealing she has been sober for a year and a half.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Anna Faris responded to Chuck Lorre via an Instagram statement on October 15, 2026.
- Chuck Lorre wrote in his memoir that his initial hesitation to hire Faris was proven 'correct' after she left the show.
- Faris starred on the CBS comedy 'Mom' for seven seasons before exiting in 2020.
- Faris stated that Lorre's comments 'hurt' but expressed gratitude for the job and the years spent on the show.
Reported by only some outlets
- Anna Faris revealed she has been sober for 18 months.
- Chuck Lorre's memoir claims Faris left for reasons that were 'not mysterious to anyone on the show.'
- Lorre noted he initially worried if Faris was appropriate for the material but changed his mind after reflecting on his experience with Charlie Sheen.
- The show 'Mom' was canceled by CBS one season after Faris's departure.
Confirmed
- Anna Faris stated on Instagram that Chuck Lorre's memoir comments 'hurt.'
- Chuck Lorre's memoir 'Sitcom' discusses his initial reluctance to hire Faris for 'Mom.'
- Faris played Christy Plunkett on 'Mom' for seven seasons.
Reported
- Faris has been sober for a year and a half. (Anna Faris)
- The reasons for Faris's exit were 'not mysterious to anyone on the show.' (Chuck Lorre)
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