Seth Rogen refuses to offer James Franco a second chance after sexual misconduct claims
Seth Rogen said he will not offer James Franco a second chance following sexual misconduct allegations against the actor. Rogen confirmed he has not spoken to Franco in a long time and has no plans to work together again. The stance reflects ongoing debates about accountability and forgiveness for public figures.
- ▪Rogen publicly stated he will not collaborate with Franco again after the misconduct claims.
- ▪Franco faced allegations in 2018 and settled a $2.235 million lawsuit from former acting‑school students.
- ▪Rogen described the issue as personal and said his public stance remains unchanged.
- ▪The two had previously worked together on films such as "Pineapple Express," "This Is the End" and "The Interview."
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| Publication time | Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:29:34 -0400 |
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Celebrity Scandals Seth Rogen refuses to offer James Franco a second chance after sexual misconduct claims Franco settled a $2.235M lawsuit from former acting school students who alleged inappropriate behavior By Stephanie Giang-Paunon Fox News Published June 13, 2026 3:29pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top entertainment headlines of the week Fox News Flash top entertainment and celebrity headlines are here. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Seth Rogen is standing by a decision that ended one of Hollywood's most recognizable creative partnerships.
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