Anna Faris Says Chuck Lorre’s Memoir Comments Caught Her Off Guard: ‘Of Course It Hurts’

Anna Faris expressed her surprise and hurt after Chuck Lorre, the creator of her CBS comedy "Mom," criticized her in his new memoir. "Yikes. Yes, I read a few things. I really didn’t see that coming. Of course it hurts," the actress wrote on Instagram. Faris acknowledged that she had been sober for a year and a half and credited the show for providing her with a job she loved and cherished for seven years.

She emphasized her gratitude for the people and years she spent on the show, stating that nothing would change her feelings of appreciation. In Lorre's memoir titled "Sitcom," he revealed that he initially had doubts about casting Faris as the lead character, recovering alcoholic and single mother Christy Plunkett. He admitted that his past working relationship with Charlie Sheen influenced his reluctance to work with Faris.

However, reflecting on his past, Lorre decided to give Faris the role, citing his own mistakes with Sheen as a reason for the change. The duo played Christy and her alcoholic mother Bonnie Plunkett opposite each other, leading the show from 2013 to 2020. Faris expressed her gratitude for the fulfilling experience and her appreciation for the cast and writers.

Despite Faris' exit in 2020, she assured her TV family that she would continue to watch and support them. Lorre later defended his initial hesitation, stating that his decision turned out to be correct, as the show eventually found its true voice and overcame the challenges related to alcoholism in the final seasons.