Legally Blonde's Serena Found Role in Bathroom

Alanna Ubach shared a surprising anecdote about securing her role in the 2001 film "Legally Blonde." The actress recalled meeting costar Jessica Cauffiel in a restroom prior to her audition. Ubach, needing to practice her lines and chemistry for the role of Serena McGuire, asked Cauffiel, who was already cast as Margot, for lipstick. This brief interaction led Cauffiel to suggest they mirror each other's movements, a technique that ultimately helped Ubach nail her audition. The two actresses' characters, Serena and Margot, are best friends supporting Elle Woods throughout the movie.

Ubach also expressed admiration for Reese Witherspoon's leading role as Elle Woods. She noted that Witherspoon was primarily known as an "indie darling" at the time, making her casting in a major film feel like a bold and potentially risky decision. Ubach fondly remembered Witherspoon bringing her then-toddler daughter, Ava, to the set, describing the scene as precious. Regarding rumors of "Legally Blonde 3," Ubach humorously stated she is often the last to know about potential developments.