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Jason Segel Admits He Didn't Tell His Parents About His 'Forgetting Sarah Marshall' Nude Scene As A 'Practical Joke'

Jason Segel said he didn’t warn his parents about his full-frontal nude scene before the Forgetting Sarah Marshall premiere.
Segel described his mom’s reaction as emotionally surprised rather than amused, with her leaving the theater.
The opening scene of Forgetting Sarah Marshall is remembered for its bold full-frontal moment that sets the tone of the film.
Segel has defended the choice, explaining it was about subverting expectations rather than pure shock.
The article notes the scene was inspired by Segel’s real-life breakup, informing the film’s opening.
Hot Ones interview features Segel recounting the prank to host Sean Evans.
The piece situates the moment within Segel’s broader career, including his work on Shrinking.
The article references public reactions on social media to Segel’s nude scene and parental surprise.
The premiere date referenced for the scene behavior is 2008, when Forgetting Sarah Marshall released.
The article emphasizes that the scene was used to challenge audience expectations, not just to shock.

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