Today show’s Karl Stefanovic has made his acting debut alongside a star-studded cast for Stan’s Original Series C*A*U*G*H*T.
And the 49-year-old has now revealed what it was like working alongside American actor and director Sean Penn.
Speaking to Daily Mail Australia at the show’s premiere in Sydney on Wednesday, the TV presenter said it was ‘amazing’ working alongside the Hollywood legend.
‘It was amazing. He was right there next to the camera and watched me deliver all my lines,’ Karl said.
‘I actually got a bit emotional and thought “holy s**t that’s Sean Penn.’
Today show host Karl Stefanovic has revealed what it was like working with Sean Penn after making his acting debut in Stan Original series C*A*U*G*H*T
Karl then recalled how the actor looked at him jokingly before shaking his head and walking out during filming.
The Nine star also revealed whether he is considering an actor career following his debut.
‘I think it’s great to see Australian productions and Kick [Gurry] is a freakish talent comedically and I was chuffed to have a ride, he said.
‘It was amazing. He was right there next to the camera and watched me deliver all my lines,’ Karl said
‘But I don’t expect it to go any further,’ Karl added laughing.
The plot concerns four Australian soldiers getting captured by freedom fighters after being mistaken for Americans and being forced to produce a hostage video that goes viral.
When the soldiers reach celebrity status, they realise that being caught might just be the best thing that could have happened to them.
The plot concerns four Australian soldiers getting captured by freedom fighters after being mistaken for Americans and being forced to produce a hostage video that goes viral
