As someone who has spent countless hours immersed in the vibrant world of That ’70s Show, I must say that the camaraderie between Wilmer Valderrama and Ashton Kutcher, as portrayed by their characters Fez and Kelso, was nothing short of captivating. However, it’s fascinating to learn that their friendly rivalry extended beyond the screen, with both actors vying for the biggest laughs from the audience during filming.
18 years have passed since “That ’70s Show” wrapped up, but it’s still one of those shows I find myself revisiting frequently. Streaming services make it easy for me to do so whenever I want. The Fox sitcom launched the careers of some big names, like Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Wilmer Valderrama, and Topher Grace. In his recent memoir, “An American Story: Everyone’s Invited”, my old buddy Wilmer opens up about his time on that teen comedy. He dishes on our friendly rivalry with Kutcher and shares some behind-the-scenes secrets about filming in front of a live audience.
On-screen, Wilmer Valderrama and Ashton Kutcher portrayed friends Fez and Michael Kelso on That ’70s Show, but their bond extended beyond friendship to a friendly rivalry off-camera. In an interview with Us Weekly, Valderrama shared in his memoir that they would often arrive at set ready to impress one another, leading to some healthy competition during filming.
In no time at all, we found ourselves fostering a playful competition to elicit the biggest chuckles from the crowd during our initial performance. A botched attempt on the first try and an over-the-top effort for a huge laugh on the second can result in a joke that doesn’t pack as much punch. If it takes three or four attempts, it might be best to move on.
Man, being part of the crowd during the filming of “That ’70s Show” must have been an absolute riot! I bet it was a blast watching the actors improvise and crack each other up during takes. With Fez and Kelso being some of the funniest characters on the show, it’s no wonder their actors were practically competing in a “laugh-off.” Here’s hoping they managed to get through their scenes without causing too much of a stir for the producers, but I have a feeling things got pretty wild behind the scenes.
Wilmer Valderrama revealed that he and his fellow actors affectionately referred to each other as “the two-takers”. This moniker encapsulates their strategy during filming with a live audience, and it seems like an astute methodology.
[W]e’d always try to land the first perfectly, then do the second take just for fun.
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Filming in front of an audience every week is quite intimidating, so I truly admire anyone who manages it. The strategy that the two ’70s co-stars used in their work appears to be a wise method for reducing stress and getting things done efficiently. Bravo to them for discovering a clever way not only to enjoy themselves on set but also to keep audiences entertained.
Today, many viewers consider That ‘70s Show a series that stretched too far, considering Topher Grace and Ashton Kutcher departed as primary cast members prior to the final season. Yet, despite this, there are numerous aspects that keep it dear to fans’ hearts. The captivating charm of the cast is one such factor, and I always enjoy delving deeper into their collaborative work. It seems Wilmer Valderrama and Ashton Kutcher managed to bring out the best in each other on set. And this latest behind-the-scenes tidbit is simply another reason why I admire their performances so much.
Get ready to dive into even more untold tales from Wilmer Valderrama’s life, including his time on the iconic sitcom “That ’70s Show“, his childhood experiences, and the rest of his career in his latest memoir titled “An American Story: Everyone’s Invited“. Don’t forget to grab a copy! Plus, if you have a Peacock subscription, you can now stream all eight seasons of “That ‘70s Show” instantly.
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2024-09-21 22:07