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Hemsworth's Cringe-Worthy Brad Pitt Encounter
26 Feb
Summary
- Hemsworth named his son Tristan after Pitt's character.
- The actor felt extreme anxiety meeting his idol.
- Hemsworth recently shared the awkward encounter on a podcast.

Chris Hemsworth, known for his cool persona, experienced extreme anxiety when meeting Hollywood legend Brad Pitt. This memorable, albeit awkward, encounter was recently shared by Hemsworth on the Smartless podcast. The Crime 101 actor admitted that despite his efforts to appear nonchalant, the moment was deeply nerve-wracking.
Further adding to the story, Hemsworth revealed that he and his wife, Elsa Pataky, named their son Tristan after Pitt's character in the 1994 film "Legends of the Fall." This personal connection amplified the starstruck nature of their meeting. Hemsworth's candid sharing of this cringe-inducing anecdote offers a rare glimpse into the vulnerability of even the most successful actors.
Hemsworth is currently involved in multiple film projects. He stars alongside an ensemble cast in "Crime 101," which is currently in theaters. Additionally, he is set to appear in the upcoming Marvel movie "Avengers: Doomsday," scheduled for release on December 18. It is possible that Hemsworth and Pitt may collaborate on a future project, potentially allowing Hemsworth to move past this memorable introduction.



