Debra Messing recently shared her experience of being pressured into a n^de scene by a director while working on the film “A Walk in the Clouds.”

During the MAKERS conference in Palos Verdes, the actress recounted her first movie project, which featured Keanu Reeves and was helmed by Alfonso Arau.

She revealed that the director subjected her to humiliation on set by commenting on her physical appearance.

The actress recalled an incident where the director criticized her nose, exclaiming, “Her nose is ruining my movie!

I can’t do this!

Look at this!” This derogatory behavior left Messing feeling belittled.

On the second day of shooting, Messing discovered that a n^de scene was required, where Reeves’ character would find her in bed with another man.

Feeling blindsided, she confronted the director about the unexpected scene.

In response, the director callously dismissed her concerns, stating, “Your job is to get n^ked and say the lines, that’s it.

You should be grateful to have this part.

Get out!”

Feeling cornered, Messing sought clarification from the producers, who revealed that while they assured her of no n^dty in the domestic version, it was included in the international release.

Faced with a difficult decision, her agents warned her that refusing could lead to termination.

Ultimately, after much contemplation, Messing reluctantly agreed to film the scene, only to realize that her back was the only exposed part.

She described the ordeal as a power play intended to undermine her and assert dominance.

Determined not to endure such treatment again, Messing stood her ground and vowed never to collaborate with the director in question.

Aside from her movie experience, Messing also shed light on challenges faced during her time on NBC’s popular series “Will & Grace.”

She disclosed an instance where she was coerced to wear enhancements to increase her bra size, despite her reservations.

When she expressed her discomfort with the situation, citing that she felt ridiculous, she was informed that it was a directive from the network president.

However, Messing advocated for herself and successfully put an end to the unnecessary requirement.

The revelations made by Debra Messing have sparked discussions among fans, prompting reflections on the treatment of actors in the entertainment industry.

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