James Franco confirms friendship with Seth Rogen is over
- James Franco was accused of sexual misconduct in January 2018, leading to public distancing by colleagues.
- Franco settled a lawsuit in June 2021, which alleged inappropriate behavior towards female students.
- He expressed gratitude for his former friendship with Seth Rogen, acknowledging it has ended despite efforts to reconnect.
In January 2018, James Franco faced allegations of sexual misconduct from five women, including former students. This led to a significant distancing from colleagues, including Seth Rogen, who publicly commented on the situation. After settling a lawsuit in June 2021 for $2.23 million regarding inappropriate behavior towards female students, Franco reflected on the fallout in a recent interview with Variety. He expressed sorrow over the end of his long friendship with Rogen, noting attempts to reach out but ultimately acknowledging their relationship is over. Despite these challenges, Franco shared gratitude for returning to work and embraced personal growth during his time away from the film industry. He emphasized the importance of self-reflection in response to rejection and the need for change in his life following the controversies.