Kevin McHale revealed on Sophia Bush’s podcast that he almost caused a serious injury to Ed Sheeran during one of Bush’s house parties when he accidentally knocked over a beer bottle that nearly hit the singer. McHale initially blamed his brother for the incident until he realized that he was the one at fault. He publicly apologized to Sheeran on the podcast, admitting that he almost severely injured the singer during the party.
McHale and Bush have been friends for a long time, bonding over their shared love of activism and both experiencing fame on popular TV shows in the early 2000s. While Bush starred on One Tree Hill, McHale was part of the cast of Glee. They met while filming their respective shows and admired each other’s work. Bush mentioned that McHale’s show was huge and he was constantly in the public eye, while she felt somewhat isolated in Wilmington, North Carolina where they filmed One Tree Hill.
Despite not watching much TV during her time on One Tree Hill, Bush’s friend convinced her to watch Glee and she quickly became a fan of the show. She expressed her pride in McHale’s accomplishments but also shared her concerns about the demanding schedule of filming a weekly TV series. She acknowledged the hard work McHale put into the show and asked if he was tired or okay with the intense production schedule.
McHale and Bush reminisced about the party incident involving Ed Sheeran, with McHale jokingly recalling how close they came to causing harm to the singer. He admitted that he initially blamed his brother for the incident before realizing it was his own actions that led to the beer bottle almost hitting Sheeran. He publicly apologized to Sheeran on the podcast, expressing his regret for the near-miss and acknowledging the potential danger that could have occurred.
The pair’s friendship has grown over the years, with both McHale and Bush supporting each other in their respective careers and personal endeavors. They continue to bond over their shared experiences as actors and activists, understanding the challenges and rewards of being in the public eye. Their mutual admiration for each other’s work and dedication to important causes has solidified their friendship and created a strong bond between them.
The incident at Bush’s house party serves as a humorous anecdote in the friendship between McHale and Bush, highlighting the unpredictable and sometimes chaotic nature of social gatherings. Despite the near-miss with Ed Sheeran, the two friends can laugh about the incident and use it as a reminder of the importance of being mindful and careful in social settings. Their openness and honesty on the podcast demonstrate the depth of their friendship and the respect they have for each other’s experiences and perspectives.
