ExCLUSIVE: In an interview with Hollywood legend Jennifer Aniston, radio legend Chris Stark revealed how his “worst nightmare” actually came true.
Chris Stark was left close to tears after an awkward run-in with Jennifer Aniston. The former BBC Radio 1 legend is no stranger to interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment but he admitted his chat with Jennifer was his “worst nightmare”.
The 38-year-old had previously sat down with Jennifer, 56, while she was plugging We’re The Millers, during which they chatted about strip clubs, had a cheeky flirt, and Chris even told the Friends icon she was on most men’s “list” of the five hottest women in the world.
So Chris immediately jumped at the chance to see her again in 2014 while she was promoting Horrible Bosses 2. He was unaware that Scott Mills, his former co-star, had pulled a daring prank, though. Jen was secretly told by Scott, 52, to be the “worst interviewee ever.”
However, Jennifer had no idea that Chris had consumed the alcohol the night before their conversation. When Chris inquired, “Your character Julie is so forward, I’m interested to know how you would make the first move, if you wanted to, with a guy,” things started to look a little off.
Jennifer, in on the joke, instantly became cold, responding: “First of all, I don’t think that’s an appropriate question, I’m also committed to somebody. I don’t hit on people,” as Chris was left flustered trying to cover his tracks. Recalling the moment, he exclusively told the Mirror: “It was one of the most embarrassing moments of my life.
I turned up to interview Jennifer after having a great night out the night before. She had previously been interviewed, and the result was a huge success (it received over three million views). I wasn’t aware that I was a prank at the time. Scott kind of planned how to make her interview difficult.
Jennifer Aniston was there waiting for me because it had just begun, and she was like, “Oh my Watford guy, how are you? ” and the interview eventually turned out to be the most awkward.” Chris continued, “I was feeling extra sensitive and I wanted to cry and have the ground swallow me up because I had this big night out.”
“Fortunately, there was a moment when Scott entered, and I learned it was a prank. The most embarrassing, awkward moment I’ve ever been a part of, waiting for that moment for ten or so, thinking I might have somehow upset Jennifer Aniston. “Thank God it was a prank,” he said.
However, Chris, who now hosts the Capital FM Breakfast Show, acknowledges that despite having “embarrassing moments throughout his career, he no longer feels embarrassed about them.” You don’t need to be embarrassed, he said, so I think you can learn that everything goes on.
Due to having to wake up at 4am every weekday for work, Chris recently discussed looking after his own health and sleep. He explained that I wouldn’t really, I don’t know, or that sleep is something that I would value so highly.
He acknowledges, however, that the campaign highlighted the importance of a sound sleep schedule. In conversations with people of all ages, Chris came across the phrase “bed chemistry”: how compatible a person is with the person they share a bed with. He laughed as he reflected on his early wake-ups, but I’ve come to the conclusion that my wife and I are not particularly sleepy.
He continued, “Linking up with Dreams seemed like a really obvious choice and a really funny thing to explore, but it kind of led to my real life.” Chris acknowledges that his family’s reaction to his wake-up call is a difficult one because his body experiences a “massive shock” when his alarm goes off.
He stated that while getting up and ready for his day at work, everyone at the company appreciates getting some rest. “I’ve always appreciated getting some sleep,” he said. But I’m trying to kind of improve it since joining Dreams in every way possible.
The broadcaster acknowledges that his new partnership has “opened up a few questions” about his health issues from not getting enough sleep. He added that “if you are going to have fewer hours and you can’t help it,” it’s important that you get a good night’s sleep. That’s something I’m trying to think about and pay closer attention to, and probably something I’m at least aware of.
Despite his early starts, Chris believes he’s not “disciplined enough” to have a sensible evening routine as he doesn’t want to “miss out on life.” He said: “It’s important to sound awake but it’s also important to feel really kind of plugged into the world. I’ve had times where I’ve been doing this breakfast show, where it sort of feels like you might have lost yourself a little bit or rightly so, napping all afternoon or not present seeing mates.
It’s all about balance, and I think I’ve struggled with balance while doing this show, and I do worry about missing out on some things. But right now, I’m feeling more at ease with it. However, Chris acknowledges that his new job on the program and the Capital Breakfast show have “fallen in love.”
As part of Chris Stark’s partnership with Dreams for their Bed Chemistry campaign, which explores how sleep-compatible Brits are with their partners, this interview was conducted.
Source: Mirror
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