Kat Dennings, known for her roles in Thor: The Dark World and Two Broke Girls, recently opened up about her relationship with her former on-screen father, the late Bob Saget. In a candid interview with People magazine, Dennings reflected on her time working with Saget on the 2001 series Raising Dad when she was just 14 years old. Saget portrayed Matt Stewart, while Dennings played his daughter Sarah on the sitcom. Despite only having one season together, Dennings described Saget as a “wonderful person” who was protective and kind to his on-screen kids.
Dennings also reminisced about working with icons like Saget and the talented Brie Larson, who portrayed Sarah’s sister Emily on the show. She recalled Saget’s warmth and protective nature, sharing a touching anecdote about him forbidding her from attending his stand-up shows, which were known for their crass material. Despite her curiosity, Dennings respected Saget’s wishes and refrained from attending. She praised him as a beloved figure in the industry and a cherished colleague.
Before his role as Denning’s on-screen father, Saget was best known for his portrayal of Danny Tanner on the iconic sitcom Full House. Despite the show’s wholesome image, Saget’s former castmates shared stories of his off-color humor on set. During an episode of the podcast How Rude, Tanneritos!, John Stamos, Andrea Barber, and Jodie Sweetin discussed Saget’s tendency to make risqué comments that sometimes landed him in trouble. While the details of his remarks remain undisclosed, it was clear that Saget’s humor occasionally pushed boundaries within the family-friendly environment of the show.
Saget’s Full House castmates also recalled how their mothers, who often attended tapings, reacted to his edgier jokes. Barber recounted how the mothers would audibly express their disapproval, highlighting the contrast between Saget’s on-screen fatherly persona and his off-screen antics. The anecdotes shared by the cast shed light on the complexity of Saget’s personality and the dynamic he brought to the set of Full House.
In navigating the complexities of working with Saget, Dennings and her fellow cast members experienced firsthand the contrast between his public image and his private humor. While Saget’s legacy as a beloved father figure endures, his colleagues offer a glimpse into the multifaceted nature of his comedic style. For Dennings and others who worked alongside him, Saget’s ability to balance humor with sincerity left a lasting impression both on and off the screen.
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