Jason Alexander: Seinfeld actor apologises to Courtney Stodden for 'inappropriate' sketch when she was 17
Actor Jason Alexander has apologized to Courtney Stodden for an inappropriate comedy sketch they filmed together in 2012 when Stodden was a minor. Stodden recently spoke out about the incident, describing it as exploitative.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing cultural conversations regarding the treatment of minors in the entertainment industry and the impact of past behavior.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Alexander said he "truly regrets" the 2012 Funny or Die sketch he appeared in with Courtney Stodden
US actor Jason Alexander has apologised to reality star Courtney Stodden for an "inappropriate" comedy sketch they appeared in together when she was 17.
The Seinfeld star appeared in a Funny or Die sketch with Stodden in 2012, which parodied daytime talk shows such as Dr Phil.
The sketch saw Alexander rubbing a mobile phone on Stodden's breasts because it was the only area with "plenty of signal".
After Stodden reposted and questioned the clip earlier this week, Alexander said he was "deeply sorry" and offered her his "sincerest apologies".
Writing on Instagram, , external Stodden said: "The older I get, the more impossible this is to understand.
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