😳 “I Couldn’t Stand Them” — At 78, Sally Field Reveals The Six Actors She Hated Working With!

She’s America’s sweetheart. The Oscar-winning actress with the bright smile, iconic roles, and a reputation for kindness both on and off screen. But now, at 78 years old, Sally Field is setting the record straight — and dropping a bombshell no one saw coming: she’s naming six actors she says she flat-out hated working with.

Yes, Sally Field — the same woman who once tearfully declared, “You like me, right now, you like me!” — has gone on the record to say there were some big names in Hollywood she most definitely did not like.

The Interview That Changed Everything

The stunning confession came during a special tribute conversation hosted by Classic Screen Legends, a YouTube series that interviews Hollywood icons in their twilight years. Recorded just weeks before her 78th birthday, the interview was meant to celebrate her legacy — but it quickly took a spicy turn.

When the host gently asked if there were any co-stars that challenged her patience, Sally laughed and replied, “Only six… off the top of my head.”

Then, she named names.

The Six Names That Shook the Internet

According to the full video released this week, here are the six actors Sally Field says she “hated working with” — and her reasons are shockingly candid:

Tommy Lee Jones – “Brilliant actor, terrible energy. He didn’t say more than five words to me the entire shoot. Cold, dismissive… it was like acting with a brick wall.”

Burt Reynolds – “I know people romanticize us. But the truth is, he was controlling, arrogant, and at times, downright cruel. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: I regret that relationship.”

Jeff Bridges – “Talented, sure, but constantly late. Every scene started with an apology.”

James Caan – “Always cracking inappropriate jokes. It was exhausting.”

Val Kilmer – “He wanted to direct everything… even scenes he wasn’t in.”

Chevy Chase – “No surprise here. He was exactly the way people say he is: difficult, loud, and completely unaware of anyone else in the room.”

The audience was stunned into silence as Sally calmly delivered her list, even pausing between names as if weighing whether she wanted to say more. At the end, she offered a wry smile: “I’m old enough to be honest now. No more sugarcoating.”

Fans React: Shock, Support, and Some Defensiveness

The internet went wild. TikTok clips of the interview gained millions of views in hours, with comments like:

“Sally Field coming in hotter than expected and I LOVE it.” — @HollywoodTeaQueen

“Wait… not Jeff Bridges 😢” — @nostalgianerd_90

“Burt Reynolds dragging from the afterlife, poor guy 😬” — @CinemaSavage

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag #SallySaidIt was trending, and fans seemed divided between cheering her honesty and defending some of the accused.

“She has every right to speak her truth. We believe you, Sally.” — @feministfilmclub

“Chevy Chase and Val Kilmer being on yet another hate list is so on brand.” — @vintagevibesnow

“I’m gonna pretend the Jeff Bridges thing didn’t happen.” — @thebiglebowski1989

Old Rumors Confirmed?

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time some of these feuds were hinted at. Sally has previously spoken about her rocky romantic relationship with Burt Reynolds, famously saying in 2018, “He was not a good partner for me. I was so naive.” And Chevy Chase’s reputation as difficult and abrasive has been well-documented by former SNL colleagues and co-stars.

The surprise for many fans was her blunt assessment of Tommy Lee Jones, with whom she worked on Lincoln (2012). Though the film earned critical acclaim, Field now says their working dynamic was “icy and tense,” and that “he made no effort to connect.”

Still, No Hard Feelings?

Despite the strong words, Sally was careful to clarify: “I didn’t hate them as people. I just hated working with them. There’s a difference.” She went on to praise dozens of other actors she adored collaborating with, including Robin Williams, Tom Hanks, and Dustin Hoffman, whom she called “professional, kind, and endlessly generous.”

A Final Word, Unfiltered and Free

The interview ended with Sally saying something that struck a chord with many:
“At this age, I have no time for pretending. I want to be remembered for my work — not for staying quiet about the parts of it that hurt.”

And just like that, America’s sweetheart reminded us she’s also got a backbone of steel.

What do you think about Sally Field’s shocking confessions? Were you surprised by the names on her list? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! 👇🔥