In a statement following social media remarks from Courtney Stodden, Seinfeld actor Jason Alexander has issued a public apology regarding a 2012 comedy sketch in which Stodden, then a minor, participated. Stodden, who is now 31, had called out the former TV star on Instagram, describing the sketch as lewd and inappropriate given her age at the time.
Alexander, 66, acknowledged the concern raised by Stodden and expressed regret for any discomfort or harm caused by the performance. He characterized the sketch as inappropriate and said he takes responsibility for actions connected to the production.
The incident concerns a collaborative sketch from roughly a decade ago in which Alexander and Stodden appeared together. Stodden, who has been vocal about experiences in the entertainment industry, highlighted the content as not appropriate for a minor. Alexander’s public reply marks a rare direct acknowledgment in response to Stodden’s social media comments.
No further details about the production or its distribution were provided in the statement. Representatives for both parties did not immediately offer additional comment beyond the apology and the acknowledgment of the misconduct.
This development follows a period in which Stodden has been open about past experiences within the industry and the impact of such content on young performers. Alexander’s apology aligns with ongoing discussions about consent, age-appropriate material, and accountability in entertainment productions involving minors.
The parties involved have not announced any legal action or additional statements beyond the public apology. The situation underscores the ongoing scrutiny of old media projects and the responsibilities of creators to ensure content involving minors adheres to appropriate standards.
This article highlights the timeline: 2012 production, Stodden’s age at the time, recent social-media post by Stodden, and Alexander’s subsequent apology. Further details or responses from industry observers have not been disclosed at this time.