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David Duchovny is an incredibly well-recognized and respected actor. Being known for his extremely diverse acting in his filmography, he has starred in many successful and varying projects likeTwin Peaks,Californication,Evolution, andZoolander. Despite these well-known works, the actor is perhaps, most well-known for his work in the massive television series,TheX-fileswith his co-star, Gillian Anderson.
David Duchovny’s showCalifornicationis a comedy-drama television series that aired for seven seasons on Showtime from 2007 to 2014. It was praised for its witty and often provocative dialogue and its exploration of complex characters and relationships. Duchovny’sX Filesco-star Gillian Anderson too was interested in taking part in the show, but for some weird reason, Duchovny did not want to have her.
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Why David Duchovny Refused to Have Gillian Anderson on His ShowCalifornication?
David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson starred in the popular science fiction television seriesTheX-Files, originally aired from 1993 to 2002, with a revival in 2016 and another season in 2018.
David Duchovny played the character Fox Mulder, an FBI agent known for his belief in the existence of extraterrestrial life and paranormal phenomena. Gillian Anderson played the role of Dana Scully, Mulder’s partner, and a medical doctor who was initially skeptical of Mulder’s beliefs and provided a scientific and rational perspective.
ActorDavid Duchovnyhas banned hisTheX Filesco-star Gillian Anderson from landing a guest role on his hit TV seriesCalifornicationin an effort to preserve the memory of their FBI special agent characters.
Californicationreceived critical acclaim for its writing and David Duchovny’s performance in the lead role. Duchovny played the character of Hank Moody, who had the ability to get any woman he wanted into bed. ManyX-Filesfans thought that Duchovny would take Anderson as a guest star since they had a se*ual tension as Mulder and Scully.
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Gillian Anderson Would DoCalifornicationFor Free
David Duchovny andGillian Andersonrose to fame after their seriesTheX-Files. The show was a huge success. AtX-Filescharity fan event in Los Angeles, Anderson jokingly asked Duchovny why he had not taken her in his showCalifornication.
The actor quipped, “We can’t afford you.”
“I’d do it for free,” she said.
After TheX-Filesended David Duchovny went on to star in other TV shows likeCalifornicationandAquarius. Anderson has also appeared in a variety of films and television shows, includingHannibal,The Fall, andSex Education.
WatchThe X-Fileson Disney+ andCalifornicationon Apple TV
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