Scarlett JohanssonandTopher Graceunexpectedly reunited onTodaywith Jenna and Friendson Friday, Jan. 24, 20 years after starring opposite inIn Good Company.
Johansson, 40, andJenna Bush Hagerspoke with Grace, 46, on the show, where the actor was promoting his upcoming action film,Flight Risk. But Grace’s appearance also served as a sweet moment between the two actors.
At the beginning of his interview segment, Bush Hager began introducing his new film, but Grace wanted to discuss his and Johansson’s history.
Scarlett Johansson, Jenna Bush Hager and Topher Grace.TODAY
TODAY
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“We haven’t seen each other for I don’t want to say it. It’s been like decades of time," Johansson said.
Grace admitted to feeling nervous and intimidated when he learned Johansson would costar in the movie with him.
“When I got that role, I heard Scarlet was going to do it, and I was a little bit intimidated,” he said. “You’d just been nominated for two Golden Globes for different movies.”
Johansson, then 19, was nominated for best actress in a motion picture – drama for her work inGirl with a Pearl Earringand best actress in a motion picture – comedy or musical for her work inLost in Translation.
Topher Grace and Scarlett Johansson in “In Good Company.".Universal Studios
Universal Studios
“I was like, ‘Oh, man,’ ” he added. “And then, and then I found out that you’re so lovely and down to earth. And we had a blast.”
“We had a great time. It didn’t seem like you were. I think we were both equally nervous to work with…” Johansson said before theThat’s 70s Showalum agreed they were both actually nervous to work withDennis Quaid.
Scarlett Johansson in “Girl with a Pearl Earring” and “Lost In Translation”.Focus Features
Focus Features
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Flight Riskis currently in theaters andIn Good Companyis available to rent on Amazon Prime Video.
source: people.com