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Hollywood star Dakota Johnson recently opened up about her experience working with Justin Timberlake on the set of her first major film, The Social Network, during a video interview with Vanity Fair. In a lighthearted moment, she reflected on her initial impressions of the pop star.
When asked if she had any preconceived notions about Timberlake before meeting him, Dakota laughed and said, “Are you kidding? I was just like 19, straddling Justin Timberlake and like whipping him in the face with my hair!” It’s clear that she was a bit starstruck, but she also described him as “lovely and kind,” especially considering she was essentially a stranger at the time.
Johnson recalled one particular scene in The Social Network that was so intense it felt almost real. She portrayed a Stanford University student in the film, and the chemistry with Timberlake, who played Sean Parker, was palpable. Dakota explained that they filmed the scene multiple times, making it a somewhat traumatic experience for her. “We did it so many times that I feel like I remember this and it’s happening now,” she joked, highlighting how the repetitiveness of filming can sometimes blur the lines between fiction and reality.
In a playful revelation, Dakota mentioned that she was allowed to keep the red underwear she wore during that memorable scene, quipping, “They’re a good little booty short!”
The Social Network tells the dramatized story of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg’s legal battles and the journey that led to the creation of one of the world’s most influential social media platforms. Jesse Eisenberg stars as Zuckerberg, while Timberlake plays Parker, the co-founder of Napster and a pivotal figure in Facebook’s early days.
In addition to her fond memories with Timberlake, Dakota also had a mini Social Network reunion with him during an appearance on Saturday Night Live in January. She also praised her co-star Andrew Garfield, who portrayed Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, expressing admiration for his acting skills during their time on set.