'Please call Jack Nicholson at this number': Dustin Hoffman's advice to Geena Davis that had Nicholson stumped!

Dustin Hoffman's Hollywood Lessons: Geena Davis Spills on Vintage Tips and Tricks!

Everyone loves a good throwback, especially when it sheds light on Hollywood’s glittering galaxy. Vanity Fair reported last year how Geena Davis got some sage advice from Dustin Hoffman during her first movie stint in 1982's 'Tootsie.'

Classic Hoffman Wisdom

Recalling her early days, Davis shared that between takes, Hoffman would often give her tidbits of advice. One such gem: “Well, you’re very attractive. I would love to, but it would ruin the sexual tension between us,” which the veteran actor suggested she use to deflect unwelcome advances from co-stars. And who'd guess? This quirky retort later became Davis's armor against none other than the iconic Jack Nicholson!

A Nicholson Tale

Post 'Tootsie', Davis's journey to Hollywood led to dinners with Nicholson. Recounting a peculiar encounter, she stated, "Then one day there was a note under the door that said, ‘Please call Jack Nicholson at this number.’" When Nicholson cheekily asked, "When is it gonna happen?", Davis promptly threw Dustin's advice back at him. His response? An astounded, "Oh, man, where’d you get that?"

The Tumultuous Tootsie Ties

In a deeper dive, Davis's memoir, 'Dying of Politeness,' chronicled alleged instances of misconduct from co-star Bill Murray during the 1990 film 'Quick Change.' These accounts of misconduct and Murray’s defense of Dustin Hoffman in 2018, calling him "a great man", serve as a testament to the intricate and intertwined relationships of Tinseltown.

With stories like these, one can't help but ponder on the thin lines of camaraderie and conflict that Hollywood juggles. Amidst sparkling soirées and glamorous galas, the underbelly of the film industry continues to beckon with tales of caution, wit, and resilience.

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