In a candid revelation from her new memoir, You With The Sad Eyes, actress Christina Applegate has disclosed a long-hidden incident from the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards. At just 17 years old, Applegate invited Brad Pitt as her date to the prestigious event, only to abandon him in favour of Sebastian Bach, the charismatic frontman of the rock band Skid Row.
The Fateful Night at the MTV VMAs
According to Applegate's account, she found Bach more attractive at the time, leading her to impulsively leave the awards show with him instead. This decision left Pitt behind, reportedly furious and tasked with driving Applegate's mother and best friend home. The aftermath of this snub created a significant rift between the two stars, resulting in years of silence and strained relations.
Years of Tension and Eventual Reconciliation
The fallout from the incident lingered for an extended period. Applegate later learned from two of Pitt's "movie star girlfriends" that he remained deeply upset about being ditched. This tension persisted until the pair eventually reconciled, mending their friendship over time. The story highlights a youthful misstep that had lasting emotional consequences in Hollywood's social circles.
Sebastian Bach's Public Confirmation
Sebastian Bach publicly confirmed his role in the event in 2016, adding a humorous twist to the tale. He joked about being "a hotter lay than Brad Pitt" at that moment, corroborating Applegate's version of events. This confirmation from Bach adds an extra layer of authenticity to the memoir's revelations, underscoring the enduring intrigue of celebrity anecdotes from the late 1980s.
The memoir, You With The Sad Eyes, offers a glimpse into Applegate's personal life and the complex dynamics of fame during her early career. This incident serves as a poignant reminder of how impulsive decisions in youth can shape relationships for years to come, even among the glitterati of the entertainment industry.
